Sri Lanka Birds

316 bird species    -: 1 Critically Endangered

Least Concern
black drongo

Dicrurus macrocercus

Discover the Black Drongo (Dicrurus macrocercus), a fearless Asian bird known as the 'King Crow' for its aggressive defense and distinctive forked tail.

28-28 cm

4,314

Black Blue

Perching Birds

black eagle Least Concern
black eagle

Ictinaetus malaiensis

Learn about the Black Eagle (Ictinaetus malayensis), a unique raptor of tropical Asia known for its slow canopy flight and specialized nest-raiding habits.

69-81 cm

3,360

Black Brown

Birds of Prey

black headed ibis Least Concern
black headed ibis

Threskiornis melanocephalus

Discover the Black-headed Ibis (Threskiornis melanocephalus), a versatile wading bird of South and Southeast Asia. Learn about its striking white and black plumage, diverse habitats, and fascinating diet.

75-75 cm

5,417

White Black

Waders

black kite Least Concern
black kite

Milvus migrans

Learn about the Black Kite (Milvus migrans), a versatile bird of prey known for its scavenging habits, soaring flight, and distinctive forked tail.

58-66 cm

3,672

Black Brown

Birds of Prey

black necked stork Least Concern
black necked stork

Ephippiorhynchus asiaticus

Discover the black-necked stork (Ephipporhynchus asiaticus). Learn about its habitat, diet, and unique physical features in this expert bird guide.

129-150 cm

2,324

Black White
black tailed godwit Near Threatened
black tailed godwit

Limosa limosa

Learn all about the Black-tailed Godwit (Limosa limosa). Discover its physical traits, habitat, diet, and conservation status in our comprehensive guide.

36-44 cm

1,598

Brown Orange
black winged kite Least Concern
black winged kite

Elanus caeruleus

Learn about the Black-winged Kite (Elanus caeruleus), a small raptor famous for its hovering flight, striking red eyes, and unique hunting behavior.

31-34 cm

4,328

White Black

Birds of Prey

black winged stilt Least Concern
black winged stilt

Himantopus himantopus

Learn about the Black-winged Stilt (Himantopus himantopus), a graceful wader known for its exceptionally long pink legs and striking black and white plumage.

35-40 cm

4,121

Black White

Waders

Near Threatened
Black-backed Dwarf-kingfisher

Ceyx erithaca

Discover the Black-backed Dwarf-kingfisher (Ceyx erithaca). Learn about its vibrant yellow and black plumage, unique habitat, diet, and expert birding tips.

12-14 cm

769

Yellow Black

Perching Birds

Least Concern
Black-browed Reed-warbler

Acrocephalus bistrigiceps

Discover the Black-browed Reed-warbler (Acrocephalus bistrigiceps). Learn about its physical appearance, habitat, diet, and key identification tips for birders.

13-14 cm

755

Brown Cream

Perching Birds

Vulnerable
Black-capped Kingfisher

Halcyon pileata

Discover the Black-capped Kingfisher (Halcyon pileata), a stunning blue and black perching bird. Learn about its habitat, diet, breeding, and expert birding tips.

28-31 cm

697

Blue Black

Perching Birds

Least Concern
Black-headed Cuckooshrike

Lalage melanoptera

Discover the Black-headed Cuckooshrike (Lalage melanoptera). Learn about its grey and black plumage, unique perching behavior, habitat, diet, and nesting habits.

18-20 cm

721

Grey Black

Perching Birds

Least Concern
Black-hooded Oriole

Oriolus xanthornus

Discover the Black-hooded Oriole (Oriolus xanthornus). Learn about this striking yellow and black perching bird, its habitat, diet, and expert birding tips.

23-25 cm

685

Yellow Black

Perching Birds

Least Concern
Black-naped Monarch

Hypothymis azurea

Discover the Black-naped Monarch (Hypothymis azurea). Learn about this stunning blue perching bird's habitat, diet, nesting habits, and expert birding tips.

15-17 cm

737

Blue White

Perching Birds

Least Concern
Black-naped Oriole

Oriolus chinensis

Discover the Black-naped Oriole (Oriolus chinensis). Learn about its vibrant yellow plumage, distinct black markings, habitat, nesting habits, and birding tips.

23-27 cm

669

Yellow Black

Perching Birds

Least Concern
Black-rumped Flameback

Dinopium benghalense

Discover the Black-rumped Flameback (Dinopium benghalense). Learn about this golden-yellow woodpecker's physical traits, habitat, diet, and nesting habits today.

26-29 cm

684

Golden-yellow Black

Tree-clinging Birds

Least Concern
Black-throated Munia

Lonchura kelaarti

Discover the Black-throated Munia (Lonchura kelaarti). Learn about this unique perching bird's appearance, habitat, diet, and behavior in our complete guide.

10-12 cm

746

Brown Black

Perching Birds

blue rock thrush Least Concern
blue rock thrush

Monticola solitarius

Discover the blue rock thrush (Monticola solitarius). Learn about the national bird of Malta, its striking blue plumage, rocky habitat, and melodic song.

20-20 cm

3,297

Blue Orange

Perching Birds

Least Concern
Blue-cheeked Bee-eater

Merops persicus

Discover the Blue-cheeked Bee-eater (Merops persicus). Learn about its vibrant green and blue plumage, unique insect-based diet, nesting habits, and migration.

24-31 cm

793

Green Blue

Perching Birds

Least Concern
Blue-faced Malkoha

Phaenicophaeus viridirostris

Discover the Blue-faced Malkoha (Phaenicophaeus viridirostris), a unique perching bird. Learn about its appearance, habitat, diet, and birdwatching tips.

39-40 cm

732

Green Blue

Perching Birds

Least Concern
Blue-tailed Bee-eater

Merops philippinus

Discover the vibrant Blue-tailed Bee-eater (Merops philippinus). Learn about its identification, diet, nesting habits, and expert tips for birdwatching enthusiasts.

23-26 cm

788

Green Blue

Perching Birds

Least Concern
Blue-throated Blue Flycatcher

Cyornis rubeculoides

Discover the Blue-throated Blue Flycatcher (Cyornis rubeculoides). Learn about its vibrant plumage, unique habitat, diet, and expert tips for successful spotting.

14-15 cm

744

Blue Orange

Perching Birds

Least Concern
Blyths Pipit

Anthus godlewskii

Discover the Blyth's Pipit (Anthus godlewskii), a fascinating perching bird. Learn about its appearance, habitat, diet, and tips for successful birdwatching.

16-18 cm

727

Brown Buff

Perching Birds

Least Concern
Blyths Reed-warbler

Acrocephalus dumetorum

Discover the Blyth's Reed-warbler (Acrocephalus dumetorum), a fascinating olive-brown perching bird. Learn about its habitat, diet, and unique identification tips.

12-14 cm

821

Olive-brown Whitish

Perching Birds