🐦 Today's Bird｜Taiwan Scimitar-babbler

The Taiwan Scimitar-babbler is an endemic species of Taiwan, also known as the 'Scimitar Bird,' primarily inhabiting mountain forests at altitudes of about 1,000 to 2,800 meters. It has a slate-gray head with a striking orange-yellow patch below the eyes, an olive-yellow back, and black and white patterns on the tail feathers. It often moves in small groups in dense thickets or forest edges, searching for insects and fruits on the ground and low branches. Despite its small size, its call is quite loud, especially easy to hear in the early morning. 🌿 Fun Fact When alarmed or preparing to fight, the Taiwan Scimitar-babbler raises the crest feathers on its head and turns its body from side to side. It may also flick its tail, revealing the bright yellow undertail coverts. It is a protected bird species in Taiwan, and if you encounter one in the mountains, it's best to observe quietly without chasing or disturbing it.