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Red-billed Leiothrix

Leiothrix lutea

The Red-billed Leiothrix is a colorful bird with a bright yellow belly and a lovely red bill. It loves to hop around in bushes and trees, singing cheerful songs that make the forest feel alive!

Habitat: Forests

Appearance

The Red-billed Leiothrix is a vibrant bird with a striking red bill and an olive-green back. It features a bright yellow-orange throat and chest, a contrasting white eye-ring, and patches of yellow and red on its wings, making it easily distinguishable.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassAvesOrderPasseriformesFamilyLeiothrichidaeGenusLeiothrix
Red-billed Leiothrix
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Red-billed Leiothrix

Category

Birds

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

Despite their bright colors, these clever birds are very shy and hard to spot!

Known as the 'Chinese Nightingale' for its incredibly varied and beautiful songs!

These social birds often forage in mixed flocks with other species, like a bird party!

They love taking dust baths to keep their vibrant feathers clean and healthy!

Special abilities

Ability

Melody Weaver

Red-billed Leiothrix can produce a rich, varied song because of its complex vocal cords that help it communicate and attract mates.

Ability

Camouflage Master

Red-billed Leiothrix has olive-green plumage that helps it blend seamlessly into dense forest undergrowth to avoid predators.

Ability

Frugivore Feeder

Red-billed Leiothrix can efficiently digest a wide variety of fruits thanks to its specialized digestive system, aiding seed dispersal.

Ability

Acrobatic Forager

Red-billed Leiothrix has agile feet that allow it to hang upside down to reach insects and berries, accessing hidden food.

Measurements & details

Length
13-16 cm
Wingspan
19-22 cm
Weight
0.018-0.029 kg
Lifespan
5-10 years
Top Speed
40 km/h
Clutch Size
2-5
Incubation
13-14 days

Diet & Feeding

They love to snack on fruits, insects, and seeds, helping to spread plants!

Primary Foods

  • Berries
  • Small insects
  • Seeds
  • Nectar

Foraging Method

  • Foraging

Ecological connections

Traits

Also known as

Chinese NightingaleLeiothrix

Collections

Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Always watch birds from a distance and don't try to touch them.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is Red-billed Leiothrix?

13-16 cm

What is Red-billed Leiothrix's wingspan?

19-22 cm

How much does Red-billed Leiothrix weigh?

0.018-0.029 kg

How long does Red-billed Leiothrix live?

5-10 years

How fast can Red-billed Leiothrix move?

40 km/h

What does Red-billed Leiothrix eat?

They love to snack on fruits, insects, and seeds, helping to spread plants!

Where is Red-billed Leiothrix usually found?

Forests

How does Red-billed Leiothrix hunt?

Foraging

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