Long tailed broadbill with nesting material, Sattal

The long-tailed broadbill is a species of broadbill that is found in the Himalayas, extending east through Northeastern India to Southeast Asia. It is the only bird in the genus Psarisomus. The long-tailed broadbill is about 25 cm (10 inches) in length and weighs between 50 and 60 grams. It can be identified by its shrill call. The long-tailed broadbill is a forest bird that lives on insects. It is very sociable and normally travels in large, noisy parties except during the mating season. It builds a pear-shaped nest in a tree. The female usually lays between 5 and 6 eggs that are incubated by both sexes; both sexes also help to feed the young.This is classified as least concern by IUCN.

Grey winged black bird – Male, Sattal

The grey-winged blackbird (Turdus boulboul) is a species of bird in the thrush family.It is found in south-eastern Asia from the Himalayas to northern Vietnam. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forests.This is classified as least concern by IUCN.

Verditter flycather – Female, Sattal

This species is named after its distinctive shade of copper-sulphate blue. The female here lacks the more vibrant colors of the male. A common species found across Himalayas. It is classified as least concern by IUCN.

White capped bunting, Sattal

The white-capped bunting is also known as the chestnut-breasted bunting. Feeds chiefly on grass seeds, augmented by berries in autumn and winter. It is classified as least concern by IUCN.

Wedge-tailed green pigeon in rain, Sattal

The wedge-tailed green pigeon is also known as Kokla green pigeon. It is greenish yellow with wedge shaped tail. It is classified as least concern by IUCN. Frugivorous bird taking a variety of fruits and berries.