Philipines Shrike, Thattekad

Philippine shrike breeds in Korea and eastern China wintering mainly in Taiwan and the Philippines but also on the Andaman Islands and in peninsular India. Shrikes are excellent perchers and posers where it perches on the tops of thorny bushes in search of prey. It is classified as least concern by IUCN

Oriental white eye, Munnar

Always found in small groups feeding on Nectar and small insects. This is another tiny bird about 8cm or so in length. The bird gets its name because of the the white ring around its eyes. This is classified as least concern by IUCN.

Orange headed ground thrush, Thattekad

It is common in well-wooded areas and is a resident in most places. The species found in the north of India does not have the marking below the eye as seen here. It eats a a wide range of insects, earthworms and fruit.It is classified as least concern by IUCN.  

Malabar Torgon – Male, Thattekad

A bird found in the forests of western ghats belonging to the trogon family. It mainly feeds on insects, A brightly colored male is seen here. It is classified as least concern by IUCN.