Red-faced Liocichla

Erythrogenys imberbis

The Red-faced Liocichla is a medium-sized bird found in the eastern Himalayas and southwestern China. It has a distinctive red face and throat, with olive-green upperparts and a yellow belly. This species is known for its melodious and varied song, often heard in the dense undergrowth of its forest habitat. It forages for insects and small invertebrates on the forest floor and in low vegetation. The Red-faced Liocichla is generally secretive and elusive, making it a challenging bird to observe in the wild.

Habitat: Montane forests and thickets