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Rufous-fronted Bushtit

Aegithalos iouschistos

The Rufous-fronted Bushtit, a diminutive avian resident of the eastern and central Himalayas, is a member of the long-tailed tit family, Aegithalidae. This species, with a length of a mere 11 centimeters, boasts a plumage of grey upperparts contrasted by reddish-brown underparts.

Identification Tips

Adult Rufous-fronted Bushtits are characterized by their reddish-buff heads adorned with a distinctive black mask. A silver bib, streaked with black and edged in the same dark hue, adds to their unique visage. In comparison, juveniles present a paler and duller appearance.

Habitat

These birds make their homes in the montane forests of the Himalayas, where they can be found from the leafy expanses of broad-leaved woodlands to the evergreen realms of coniferous trees, at elevations reaching up to 3,600 meters above sea level.

Distribution

The Rufous-fronted Bushtit's range extends across Bhutan, China, India, and Nepal, tracing the majestic contours of the Himalayan landscape.

Behaviour

A social creature by nature, the Rufous-fronted Bushtit is often observed feeding in congenial flocks, a testament to its communal inclinations.

Similar Species

The Black-browed Bushtit shares a resemblance but can be distinguished by its white forehead and belly, as well as the white edge of its bib. The White-throated Bushtit, on the other hand, features a white forehead and bib, set apart by a dark breastband.

Conservation status

The Rufous-fronted Bushtit is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, indicating a stable presence in the wild.

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Tshering Dorji
09 Feb 2024 - 4:52am
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