White-bellied Sholakili
NameWhite-bellied Sholakili
Common NameWhite-bellied Sholakili
Scientific NameMyiomela albiventris
FamilyMuscicapidae
Wingspan (cm)20
Length (cm)13.5
Weight (g)15
Plumage DetailsMales have dark blue-grey upperparts, a prominent white supercilium (brow stripe), and a contrasting white belly. Females are similar but duller, with a less distinct supercilium.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations consist of high-pitched, thin, sibilant whistles, often delivered from within dense cover.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the high-elevation shola forests of the Western Ghats in southern India.
Identifying FeaturesDark blue-grey upperparts, White belly, Prominent white supercilium, Small size, Shy behavior in dense undergrowth
Description
This small, shy bird is endemic to the high-altitude shola forests of the Western Ghats. It forages for insects in dense undergrowth, often near streams, and is known for its distinctive plumage.
