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Indian Subcontinent Birds
1,094 bird species -: 17 Critically Endangered
Indian Swiftlet
Aerodramus unicolor
Discover the Indian Swiftlet (Aerodramus unicolor). Learn about this agile tree-clinging bird, its physical appearance, diet, and unique nesting behaviors.
12-13 cm
753
Tree-clinging Birds
Least Concern
indian thick knee
Burhinus indicus
Learn about the Indian thick-knee (Burhinus indicus), a nocturnal ground bird with large yellow eyes and excellent camouflage found across South Asia.
36-39 cm
3,336
Waders
indian vulture
Gyps indicus
Discover the Indian Vulture (Gyps indicus). Learn about its habitat, diet of carrion, and the critical conservation efforts to save this endangered scavenger.
89-103 cm
3,284
Birds of Prey
Indochinese Roller
Coracias affinis
Discover the Indochinese Roller (Coracias affinis). Learn about its vibrant blue and brown plumage, unique perching behavior, diet, and habitat in Southeast Asia.
30-34 cm
781
Perching Birds
intermediate egret
Ardea intermedia
Learn about the Intermediate Egret (Mesophoyx intermedia), its unique physical traits, wetland habitats, diet, and how to distinguish it from other egrets.
65-72 cm
2,785
Waders
Least Concern
isabelline shrike
Lanius isabellinus
Learn about the Isabelline Shrike (Lanius isabellinus), a predatory bird known for its sandy plumage and the unique habit of impaling prey on thorns.
17-17 cm
3,196
Perching Birds
Isabelline Wheatear
Oenanthe isabellina
Discover the Isabelline Wheatear (Oenanthe isabellina). Learn about its identification, unique behaviors, migratory patterns, and habitat in this expert guide.
15-17 cm
665
Perching Birds
Jack Snipe
Lymnocryptes minimus
Discover the elusive Jack Snipe (Lymnocryptes minimus). Learn about this unique wading bird's habitat, diet, identification, and expert birding tips today.
17-19 cm
814
Waders
jacobin cuckoo
Clamator jacobinus
Learn about the Jacobin Cuckoo (Pied Crested Cuckoo), the legendary harbinger of the monsoon. Explore its habitat, diet, migration, and unique physical features.
33-33 cm
3,869
Perching Birds
Jerdons Babbler
Chrysomma altirostre
Discover the rare Jerdon's Babbler (Chrysomma altirostre). Learn about this elusive perching bird's habitat, diet, identification, and conservation status today.
16-17 cm
782
Perching Birds
Jerdons Baza
Aviceda jerdoni
Discover the Jerdon's Baza (Aviceda jerdoni), a unique bird of prey. Learn about its size, physical appearance, habitat, and expert birdwatching tips.
41-48 cm
812
Birds of Prey
Jerdons Bushchat
Saxicola jerdoni
Discover the Jerdon's Bushchat (Saxicola jerdoni), a unique perching bird. Learn about its habitat, physical traits, diet, and conservation status in our guide.
14-15 cm
688
Perching Birds
Jerdons Courser
Rhinoptilus bitorquatus
Discover the mysterious Jerdon's Courser (Rhinoptilus bitorquatus), a critically endangered nocturnal wader. Learn about its habitat, behavior, and conservation.
27-27 cm
759
Waders
Jerdons Leafbird
Chloropsis jerdoni
Discover the Jerdon's Leafbird (Chloropsis jerdoni). Learn about this vibrant green perching bird's habitat, diet, breeding habits, and top birdwatching tips.
17-19 cm
702
Perching Birds
Jerdons Nightjar
Caprimulgus atripennis
Discover the Jerdon's Nightjar (Caprimulgus atripennis), a nocturnal bird species. Learn about its physical appearance, habitat, behavior, and expert birdwatching tips.
24-26 cm
759
Night Birds
jouanins petrel
Bulweria fallax
Learn about the Jouanin's Petrel (Bulweria fallax), a pelagic seabird of the Indian Ocean. Discover its habitat, diet, and unique flight patterns.
30-32 cm
1,895
jungle babbler
Argya striata
Learn about the Jungle Babbler, the social 'Seven Sisters' bird of India. Explore their habitat, behavior, diet, and unique group living habits.
25-25 cm
4,416
Perching Birds
Least Concern
jungle bush quail
Perdicula asiatica
Learn about the Jungle Bush Quail (Perdicula asiatica). Discover its habitat, unique physical traits, diet, and behavior across the Indian subcontinent.
17-17 cm
3,321
Upland Ground Birds
Jungle Myna
Acridotheres fuscus
Discover the Jungle Myna (Acridotheres fuscus), a distinctive perching bird. Learn about its gray-black appearance, diet, nesting habits, and birdwatching tips.
23-26 cm
697
Perching Birds
Jungle Nightjar
Caprimulgus indicus
Discover the Jungle Nightjar (Caprimulgus indicus), a mysterious nocturnal bird. Learn about its grey and black plumage, habitat, diet, and tips for spotting this elusive species.
21-24 cm
805
Night Birds
jungle owlet
Glaucidium radiatum
Learn about the Jungle Owlet (Glaucidium radiatum), a small barred owl native to India. Explore its habitat, diet, behavior, and birdwatching tips.
20-20 cm
1,784
Jungle Prinia
Prinia sylvatica
Discover the Jungle Prinia (Prinia sylvatica), a unique perching bird. Learn about its habitat, physical features, diet, and birdwatching tips in this guide.
15-18 cm
752
Perching Birds
Kalij Pheasant
Lophura leucomelanos
Discover the Kalij Pheasant (Lophura leucomelanos), a striking upland ground bird. Learn about its physical appearance, habitat, diet, and unique birdwatching tips.
49-73 cm
778
Upland Ground Birds
Kashmir Flycatcher
Ficedula subrubra
Discover the Kashmir Flycatcher (Ficedula subrubra), a rare and striking perching bird. Learn about its habitat, diet, breeding habits, and conservation status.
11-13 cm
813
Perching Birds