Rufous Treepie
NameRufous Treepie
Common NameRufous Treepie
Scientific NameDendrocitta vagabunda
FamilyCorvidae
Wingspan (cm)38
Length (cm)48
Weight (g)105
Plumage DetailsIt features a sooty black head and neck, a greyish-brown back, and rufous underparts. The long, graduated tail is grey with a black tip, and the wings are dark with a prominent white patch visible in flight.
Vocalization / CallKnown for its varied and often musical calls, including a distinctive 'ko-tree-tree' or 'bob-o-link' sound, as well as harsh chattering and metallic notes.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeWidespread across the Indian subcontinent and parts of Southeast Asia, including India, Nepal, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, and Vietnam.
Identifying Featureslong graduated tail, rufous body, black head and neck, grey back, distinctive calls
Description
The Rufous Treepie is a distinctive member of the crow family, known for its long, graduated tail and striking plumage. It is an arboreal bird, often seen foraging in small groups in trees and shrubs, displaying an agile and acrobatic nature.
