Rufous-throated Fulvetta

Fulvetta cinereiceps

The Rufous-throated Fulvetta is a small, active bird found in the mountain forests of the eastern Himalayas. It has a distinctive rufous throat and breast, with olive-brown upperparts and a white belly. This species is known for its melodious and varied songs, often heard as it forages in mixed-species flocks. Rufous-throated Fulvettas primarily feed on insects and small invertebrates, and they are known for their agile and acrobatic movements as they navigate through dense vegetation. They are typically found at elevations between 1500 and 3000 meters, where they inhabit dense undergrowth and bamboo thickets.

Habitat: Mountain forests of the eastern Himalayas