Golden Bush Robin
A species of Bush-robins Scientific name : Tarsiger chrysaeus Genus : Bush-robins
Golden Bush Robin, A species of Bush-robins
Botanical name: Tarsiger chrysaeus
Genus: Bush-robins
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Description
The golden bush robin (Tarsiger chrysaeus) is a species of songbird in the family Muscicapidae. It is found in the northern regions of the Indian subcontinent and parts of Southeast Asia. It ranges across Bhutan, India, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, Tibet, Thailand, and Vietnam. Its natural habitat is temperate forests.
Size
15 cm
Nest Placement
Tree
Feeding Habits
Golden Bush Robin primarily feeds on invertebrates, especially insects. It forages on the ground or in low shrubbery, occasionally performing brief aerial chases for flying prey.
Habitat
The golden Bush Robin inhabits a diverse range of highland habitats, including open areas with bamboo and shrubbery, mixed coniferous forest patches, and zones with dense rhododendron and willow stands near streams. This species also occupies open alpine meadows, preferring steep, stony slopes. In winter, it descends to lower elevations where it frequents damp undergrowth in evergreen forests and areas of cultivation stubble. The golden Bush Robin is typically found in broad geographical regions characterized by such environments.
Dite type
Insectivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Photo By Ayuwat Jearwattanakanok
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Old world flycatchers Genus
Bush-robins Species
Golden Bush Robin