Gray-chinned Minivet
Pericrocotus solaris
Least ConcernAves · Passeriformes · Campephagidae
About
The grey-chinned minivet is a species of bird in the family Campephagidae. It is found from the Himalayas to China, Taiwan and Southeast Asia. Its natural habitat is forests about 1,000–2,000 m (3,300–6,600 ft) in elevation. The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has assessed it as a least-concern species.
Fun Fact
Lichens are added to camouflage the nest, and the female shapes the nest by pushing against the rim with its breast.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Lives in the canopy of broadleaf forest and also coniferous forest, elfin forest, secondary forest, forest edges and gardens with trees.
Diet
To be updated
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance