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Chrysomma altirostre

Jerdon's Babbler

BirdBest Season: Jan–Dec

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Jerdon's Babbler (Chrysomma altirostre) — wildlife photography in India

(c) Uday Agashe, alguns direitos reservados (CC BY-NC), carregado por Uday Agashe

About this species

Jerdon's Babbler is a critically endangered species of tall, wet grassland in the Indo-Gangetic plain and Brahmaputra valley. Rediscovered in Myanmar in 2014 after decades of silence, India's population in the grasslands of Manas and Kaziranga is among the most important globally. Find Jerdon's Babblers in India's Terai grasslands. Critically endangered grassland bird — expert birding guide and conservation information.

Quick facts

Scientific name
Chrysomma altirostre
Category / family
Bird · —
Best months to photograph
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Difficulty to spot
Moderate
Best locations
Manas National ParkKaziranga National Park

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AssamManas National Park
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AssamKaziranga National Park
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When and Where to Photograph Jerdon's Babbler

Jerdon's Babbler is a critically endangered species of tall, wet grassland in the Indo-Gangetic plain and Brahmaputra valley. Rediscovered in Myanmar in 2014 after decades of silence, India's population in the grasslands of Manas and Kaziranga is among the most important globally. Find Jerdon's Babblers in India's Terai grasslands. Critically endangered grassland bird — expert birding guide and conservation information.

Plan field days around Jan–Dec: light is often strongest at dawn and dusk, when many mammals and birds are most active. Work with a naturalist who knows local movement patterns — they will position you ethically while improving your odds of a encounter in Manas National Park.

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