Oriental Magpie-Robin

Copsychus saularis

The Oriental Magpie-Robin is a small passerine bird native to the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia. It is known for its distinctive black and white plumage, with the male having a glossy black upper body and white underparts, while the female is greyish black above and white below. This species is often found in open woodland, gardens, and urban areas, where it forages for insects and small invertebrates. The Oriental Magpie-Robin is known for its melodious and varied song, and it is often seen perched conspicuously, singing from a prominent position. It is a common and adaptable species, often found in close proximity to human habitation.

Habitat: Woodland, gardens, urban areas