Grey-cheeked Fulvetta

Schoeniparus cinereus

The Grey-cheeked Fulvetta (Schoeniparus cinereus) is a small, passerine bird found in the forests of the eastern Himalayas and Southeast Asia. It has a distinctive grey head and cheeks, with a brownish-olive upperparts and a pale grey underparts. This species is known for its melodious and varied songs, often heard in the dense undergrowth of its forest habitat. Grey-cheeked Fulvettas are typically found in montane and submontane broadleaf evergreen forests, where they forage for insects and small invertebrates. They are often seen in mixed-species flocks, moving agilely through the vegetation. The conservation status of the Grey-cheeked Fulvetta is currently classified as Least Concern by the IUCN.

Habitat: Montane and submontane broadleaf evergreen forests