Brown Dipper

Cinclus pallasii

The Brown Dipper (Cinclus pallasii) is a small, stocky, aquatic bird found in fast-flowing streams and rivers in mountainous regions of Asia. This species is known for its unique behavior of diving and walking underwater to forage for aquatic invertebrates. The Brown Dipper has a distinctive bobbing motion and can be identified by its chestnut-brown plumage and white throat. It builds its nest near waterfalls or under bridges, and its melodious song can often be heard echoing along the riverbanks. Despite its specialized habitat requirements, the Brown Dipper is adaptable and can be found in a range of mountainous habitats.

Habitat: Fast-flowing streams and rivers in mountainous regions