Indian Subcontinent Birds
1,094 bird species -: 17 Critically Endangered
Rusty-bellied Shortwing
Brachypteryx hyperythra
Discover the Rusty-bellied Shortwing (Brachypteryx hyperythra). Learn about this elusive bird's habitat, physical traits, diet, and tips for birdwatchers.
11-13 cm
716
Perching Birds
Rusty-capped Fulvetta
Schoeniparus dubius
Discover the Rusty-capped Fulvetta (Schoeniparus dubius), a unique perching bird. Learn about its habitat, diet, identification, and key birdwatching tips today.
12-14 cm
691
Perching Birds
Rusty-cheeked Scimitar-babbler
Erythrogenys erythrogenys
Discover the Rusty-cheeked Scimitar-babbler (Erythrogenys erythrogenys). Learn about its olive-brown plumage, unique curved bill, habitat, and birdwatching tips.
22-26 cm
705
Perching Birds
Rusty-flanked Treecreeper
Certhia nipalensis
Discover the Rusty-flanked Treecreeper (Certhia nipalensis). Learn about this unique tree-clinging bird's habitat, diet, identification, and conservation status.
14-15 cm
672
Tree-clinging Birds
Rusty-fronted Barwing
Actinodura egertoni
Discover the Rusty-fronted Barwing (Actinodura egertoni), a unique perching bird of the Himalayas. Learn about its appearance, diet, habitat, and nesting habits.
17-19 cm
673
Perching Birds
Rusty-tailed Flycatcher
Ficedula ruficauda
Discover the Rusty-tailed Flycatcher (Ficedula ruficauda). Learn about its physical traits, habitat, diet, and birdwatching tips in this expert species guide.
13-14 cm
773
Perching Birds
Rusty-throated Wren-babbler
Spelaeornis badeigularis
Discover the elusive Rusty-throated Wren-babbler (Spelaeornis badeigularis). Learn about its habitat, physical traits, diet, and conservation status in our guide.
9-10 cm
737
Perching Birds
Sahyadri Sunbird
Aethopyga vigorsii
Discover the Sahyadri Sunbird (Aethopyga vigorsii), a stunning crimson and yellow species native to the Western Ghats. Learn about its habitat, diet, and biology.
10-12 cm
776
Perching Birds
Saker Falcon
Falco cherrug
Discover the Saker Falcon (Falco cherrug), a majestic bird of prey. Learn about its physical appearance, habitat, diet, and conservation status in this guide.
45-57 cm
745
Birds of Prey
Sanderling
Calidris alba
Discover the Sanderling (Calidris alba), a small, energetic wader known for its rapid movements along shorelines. Learn about its habitat, diet, and behavior.
18-21 cm
764
Waders
Sandwich Tern
Thalasseus sandvicensis
Discover the elegant Sandwich Tern (Thalasseus sandvicensis), a striking white and grey seabird. Learn about its habitat, diet, breeding, and fascinating behaviors in this comprehensive guide.
37-43 cm
779
Seabirds
Least Concern
sapphire flycatcher
Ficedula sapphira
Discover the enchanting Sapphire Flycatcher (Ficedula sapphira), a small, vibrant blue bird of Asian montane forests. Learn about its habitat, diet, and unique characteristics.
11-11 cm
3,794
Perching Birds
Satyr Tragopan
Tragopan satyra
Discover the Satyr Tragopan (Tragopan satyra), a stunning Himalayan pheasant. Learn about its vibrant red plumage, habitat, diet, and birdwatching tips.
67-72 cm
730
Upland Ground Birds
Saunderss Tern
Sternula saundersi
Discover the Saunders's Tern (Sternula saundersi). Learn about this small, elegant seabird's habitat, diet, physical appearance, and conservation status today.
20-23 cm
735
Seabirds
savanna nightjar
Caprimulgus affinis
Learn about the Savanna Nightjar (Caprimulgus affinis). Discover its unique rooftop nesting habits, nocturnal behavior, and physical characteristics.
23-23 cm
1,552
Least Concern
scaly breasted munia
Lonchura punctulata
Discover the Scaly-breasted Munia (Lonchura punctulata). Learn about its distinctive scale markings, habitat, diet, and global distribution in this guide.
11-12 cm
6,922
Perching Birds
Scaly Laughingthrush
Trochalopteron subunicolor
Discover the Scaly Laughingthrush (Trochalopteron subunicolor). Learn about its unique olive-brown plumage, habitat, diet, and expert tips for birdwatching enthusiasts.
23-25 cm
730
Perching Birds
Scaly Thrush
Zoothera dauma
Discover the Scaly Thrush (Zoothera dauma), a stunning gold and black perching bird. Learn about its habitat, diet, and tips for spotting this elusive species.
27-30 cm
682
Perching Birds
Scaly-bellied Woodpecker
Picus squamatus
Discover the Scaly-bellied Woodpecker (Picus squamatus). Learn about its unique green plumage, habitat in the Himalayas, diet, and expert birdwatching tips.
33-35 cm
757
Tree-clinging Birds
Scaly-breasted Cupwing
Pnoepyga albiventer
Discover the Scaly-breasted Cupwing (Pnoepyga albiventer). Learn about this elusive bird's habitat, physical features, unique behavior, and expert birding tips.
10-11 cm
735
Perching Birds
Scarlet Finch
Carpodacus sipahi
Discover the Scarlet Finch (Carpodacus sipahi), a striking red perching bird. Learn about its habitat, diet, physical traits, and expert birding tips today.
14-15 cm
787
Perching Birds
Scarlet Minivet
Pericrocotus flammeus
Discover the vibrant Scarlet Minivet (Pericrocotus flammeus). Learn about its striking plumage, forest habitat, diet, and essential tips for birdwatchers.
20-22 cm
767
Perching Birds
Scarlet-backed Flowerpecker
Dicaeum cruentatum
Discover the Scarlet-backed Flowerpecker (Dicaeum cruentatum). Learn about its vibrant red plumage, unique habitat, diet, and tips for birdwatchers in Asia.
8-9 cm
729
Perching Birds