The Annam Prinia is a plain, dull-brown bird with a strong bill and long, graduated tail. It has faint streaking on its upperparts and pale underparts, sometimes with slight smudging. In breeding season, it develops a subtle rufous wash on its underparts. Found in dense vegetation at moderate elevations, it sings a dry rolling trill […]
The Chestnut-eared Laughingthrush, a Vulnerable species, is found in Vietnam’s Central Highlands. It thrives in montane forests and faces threats from habitat degradation. Identification of Chestnut-eared Laughingthrush The Chestnut-eared Laughingthrush is a shy bird, primarily gray with striking chestnut ear-coverts and bold barring across its upperparts. Its black-streaked gray forehead and white-tipped tail with a […]
Vietnamese GreenfinchThe Iconic Species of the Da Lat Plateau The Vietnamese Greenfinch, endemic to the Da Lat Plateau, thrives in pine forests. Its striking black and yellow plumage makes it a must-see for birdwatchers in Vietnam. Identification Check more info in the birdlife international Habitat Preferences Behavioral Traits Conservation Status How to Look for It […]
Vietnamese Cutia (Cutia legalleni) The Vietnamese Cutia “icon bird” of the Dalat Plateau, found in Vietnam’s montane forests, is best spotted at Di Linh, Bidoup-Nui Ba, Chu Yang Sin, Mang Den, and Ngoc Linh. Identification All info we receive from Birdlife Habitat Preferences Behavioral Traits Conservation Status How to Look for It See the detail […]
The Grey-crowned Crocias (Laniellus langbianis) is an intriguing bird that blends characteristics of shrikes. The Grey-crowned Crocias is a distinctive bird species endemic to Vietnam, belonging to the family of laughingthrushes. It is recognized by its unique appearance, which includes a slaty-grey crown, a black “robber’s mask,” a warm orange-brown back, streaked white underparts, and […]
Identification of Collared Laughingthrush The Collared Laughingthrush is a striking and unmistakable bird, known for its unique and vibrant Halloween-themed plumage. This species is adorned in a dramatic combination of black, gray, and orange. Its head is entirely black, which contrasts sharply with the silver patch on its ear-coverts, creating a striking facial appearance. The […]
Identification of Golden-winged Laughingthrush The Golden-winged Laughingthrush is a striking bird, primarily gray with distinctive golden and rusty patches on its wings and tail. The darker centers on the feathers of its breast and back give it a delicately scalloped appearance, adding to its unique charm. This species also sports a chestnut crown and nape, […]
Identification of Orange-breasted Laughingthrush The Orange-breasted Laughingthrush is a dull-brown bird distinguished by its dark throat, speckled orange breast, and a thin ochre-orange line that elegantly curves over the eye. It has a heavy, somewhat corvid-like dark bill, giving it a unique appearance. Distinctive Features:The Orange-breasted Laughingthrush is unlikely to be confused with any other […]
Identification of Black-crowned Fulvetta The Black-crowned Fulvetta is an adorable small bird with large, liquid cartoon-like eyes. It has a plain brown overall plumage. The dark crown is patterned with jagged pale streaks, and its pale face is marked by a broad black stripe above the ear and a distinctive “teardrop” mark below the eye. […]
Vietnam Endemic Birds checklist updates on 1. 8. 2024 from numerous sources we’ve compiled, showcasing Vietnam’s unique avian diversity and rich birdlife. Vietnam Endemic Birds Checklist Edwards’s Pheasant (Lophura edwardsi) Annam Prinia (Prinia rocki) Dalat Bush Warbler (Locustella idonea) Black-crowned Fulvetta (Schoeniparus klossi) White-throated Wren-Babbler (Napothera pasquieri) Vietnamese Cutia (Cutia legalleni) Gray-crowned Crocias (Laniellus langbianis) Collared Laughingthrush (Trochalopteron yersini) Golden-winged Laughingthrush (Trochalopteron ngoclinhense) Orange-breasted Laughingthrush (Garrulax […]