Morrison's Fulvetta

Morrison's Fulvetta

Alcippe morrisonia

Least Concern

Aves · Passeriformes · Pellorneidae

About

The grey-cheeked fulvetta or Morrison's fulvetta is a bird in the family Leiothrichidae. The species was first described by Robert Swinhoe in 1863. The grey-cheeked fulvetta is part of a species complex and the nominate morrisonia is now restricted to endemic Taiwan birds, with David's fulvetta, Huet's fulvetta and Yunnan fulvetta now recognised as a separate species.

Fun Fact

It is a year-round resident throughout Taiwan.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in evergreen mountain forests.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance