Bugun Liocichla
NameBugun Liocichla
Common NameBugun Liocichla
Scientific NameLiocichla bugunorum
FamilyLeiothrichidae
Wingspan (cm)22
Length (cm)21
Weight (g)50
Plumage DetailsThis species has a distinctive black cap, bright yellow lores and supercilium, and an olive-grey body. Its wings are adorned with prominent yellow, orange, and red patches, and the dark tail features conspicuous red tips.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations consist of distinctive, fluty, whistling calls, often described as a series of clear, melodious notes.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statuscritically-endangered
Geographic RangeEndemic to a very small area within the Eaglenest Wildlife Sanctuary in Arunachal Pradesh, northeastern India.
Identifying FeaturesBlack cap, Bright yellow lores and supercilium, Olive-grey body, Prominent yellow, orange, and red wing patches, Red tail tips
Description
The Bugun Liocichla is a medium-sized babbler known for its striking and colorful plumage. It is a shy bird, typically found foraging in dense undergrowth within its restricted mountain forest habitat.
