Andaman Shama
A species of Magpie-robins and Shamas Scientific name : Copsychus albiventris Genus : Magpie-robins and Shamas
Andaman Shama, A species of Magpie-robins and Shamas
Botanical name: Copsychus albiventris
Genus: Magpie-robins and Shamas
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Description
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Description
The Andaman shama (Copsychus albiventris) is a species of bird in the family Muscicapidae. It is endemic to the Andaman Islands. It was previously considered a subspecies of the white-rumped shama. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical dry forests and subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests.
Feeding Habits
Andaman Shama likely mirrors the diet of its relative, consuming a variety of insects. Specific feeding behaviors are not well documented, but it is presumed to have similar foraging tactics to its kin.
Habitat
Andaman Shama thrives in environments consisting primarily of dense forests, lush scrubland, and garden areas. This species favors densely vegetated ravines, particularly those in close proximity to water sources. It is a bird that is often found either low in the forest canopy or on the ground, and does not typically inhabit islands that are less than 3.6 square kilometers in size.
Dite type
Insectivorous
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Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Old world flycatchers Genus
Magpie-robins and Shamas Species
Andaman Shama