Jerdon's Leafbird

Chloropsis jerdoni

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Passeriformes · Chloropseidae

About

Jerdon's leafbird is a species of leafbird found in forest and woodland in India and Sri Lanka. Its name honours Thomas C. Jerdon. It has traditionally been considered a subspecies of the blue-winged leafbird, but differ in measurements and morphology, it lacking the blue flight feathers for which the blue-winged leafbird was named.

Fun Fact

It has traditionally been considered a subspecies of the blue-winged leafbird (C.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in forest and woodland in India and Sri Lanka.

Diet

Eats insects, fruit and nectar.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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