Thursday 19 October 2023

Bugun Liocichla

                                                       Bugun Liocichla

Bugun Liocichla is an Indian bird that bears a scientific name of"Liocichla bugunorum" is a passerine bird species from the Leiothrichidae family. Bugun liocichla was found in Indian states in the year 1995.


Description of Bugun Liocichla
Bugun Liocichla was first spotted in 1995 in Arunachal Pradesh. This bird was described as a new species in 2006. The description was made without the collection of a type specimen as they were too few to risk killing one. It is thought to be an endangered species, with the only known population estimated to consist of 14 individuals and commercial development threatening the habitat of this population.

The Bugun Liocichla is a small, brightly coloured bird species with a distinctive appearance. It has a relatively short, broad tail and a medium-length, slightly curved bill. Adult birds are approximately 18 centimetres (7 inches) in length and weigh around 30-40 grams.

The plumage of the Bugun Liocichla is highly distinctive and consists of a combination of bright colours, including bright blue, green, yellow, and orange. The bird’s face is black with a white stripe above the eye, and the underparts are a vibrant orange colour. The wings and back are mostly blue-green with yellow and white patches.