Emei Shan Liocichla
NameEmei Shan Liocichla
Common NameEmei Shan Liocichla
Scientific NameLiocichla omeiensis
FamilyLeiothrichidae
Wingspan (cm)22.5
Length (cm)16.5
Weight (g)25
Plumage DetailsOverall dark olive-green plumage, with a distinctive bright yellow-orange to reddish patch on the wing. It has a dark crown, a yellowish eye-ring, and a dark tail with yellowish tips on the outer rectrices. The bill is dark, and legs are reddish-brown.
Vocalization / CallKnown for its beautiful, melodious, and fluty song, often described as a series of clear whistles and trills. It also produces harsh alarm calls when disturbed.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusvulnerable
Geographic RangeEndemic to a very restricted range in the mountains of Sichuan province, China, primarily found on Mount Emei (Emei Shan) and a few adjacent peaks.
Identifying FeaturesDark olive-green plumage, Bright yellow-orange/red wing patch, Yellowish eye-ring, Melodious, fluty song, Restricted to Emei Shan region of China
Description
The Emei Shan Liocichla is a shy, medium-sized babbler endemic to a small region in China. It typically forages in dense undergrowth, often near the ground, and is known for its melodious song. Its dark plumage with striking wing patches makes it a distinctive, though often elusive, forest inhabitant.
