Bird Name: Golden-fronted Leafbird (Chloropsis aurifrons)
Common Name: Golden-fronted Leafbird
Scientific Name: Chloropsis aurifrons
Family: Chloropseidae
Conservation Status: Least Concern (IUCN Red List)
Description:
The Golden-fronted Leafbird is a radiant green songbird admired for its golden-yellow forehead and shimmering blue throat patch. Its vivid plumage allows it to blend effortlessly with the foliage, making it a delight for bird photographers and nature enthusiasts. Males are more brightly colored, while females have subtler tones.
Habitat:
This species inhabits tropical and subtropical forests, wooded gardens, and plantations across the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia. It prefers the canopy and mid-levels of trees, where it feeds on nectar, fruits, and insects.
Behavior:
Golden-fronted Leafbirds are agile and active, often seen flitting among flowering plants or hovering to sip nectar. They are known for their melodious calls and mimicry of other bird species. In this image, the bird is captured feeding on wild orange-tipped blossoms, showcasing its natural feeding behavior.
Distribution:
Found across India, Nepal, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and parts of Southeast Asia. In India, they are commonly seen in the Western Ghats, Himalayan foothills, and forested regions of central and southern India.
Photography Details (SEO Focus):
- Photographer: SamPixPro.in
- Location: Purulia, India
- Category: Wildlife Photography / Bird Photography
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