Crested Finchbill

The Crested Finchbill, known scientifically as Spizixos canifrons, is a charming songbird that graces the bulbul family, Pycnonotidae. It presents a distinctive grey forehead, as hinted by its Latin epithet combining 'canus' for grey and 'frons' for forehead.

Identification Tips

This species can be identified by its notable crest and the grey coloration on its forehead. Observers should also look for the characteristic features that define its belonging to the bulbul family.

Habitat

The Crested Finchbill is known to inhabit the lush landscapes of south-eastern Asia, where it finds solace among the verdant foliage.

Distribution

The range of this bird extends from the northeastern parts of India and western Myanmar to the southern reaches of China and northern Indochina, showcasing its adaptability to various Asian terrains.

Subspecies

There are two recognized subspecies of the Crested Finchbill. The nominate subspecies, S. c. canifrons, is found in northeastern India and western Myanmar, while S. c. ingrami makes its home in eastern Myanmar, southern China, and northern Indochina.

Conservation status

The IUCN Red List has classified the Crested Finchbill as Least Concern, indicating that, for now, this species graces our world in reassuring numbers.