Orange-headed thrush (Geokichla citrina)

An orange-headed thrush (Geokichla citrina) quenching its thirst. In the dry season water is critical, and if you provide access to water on your property you’re certain to attract all the local bird species, and many mammals as well.

This is shot at such a location – not far from a creek that also attracts many birds, but where the photographic setting is not favourable.

It sounds like this:

As per 1 December 2020 playback of this species has been suspended by xeno-canto due to human threats to this species

Elevation: 1460 meters

Last updated on 8 November 2024