Rufous-gorgeted flycatcher

Ficedula bonthaina

The Rufous-gorgeted flycatcher is a small passerine bird found in the Himalayas and Southeast Asia. It is known for its striking plumage, with a rufous throat and breast, a black face mask, and a white belly. This species is often found in dense forests and bamboo thickets, where it hunts for insects by making short sallies from perches. The Rufous-gorgeted flycatcher is known for its melodious and varied song, which it uses to communicate and establish territories during the breeding season. Although not currently classified as threatened, habitat loss and deforestation are potential threats to its populations.

Habitat: Dense forests and bamboo thickets