Large Niltava – Bird Ecology Study Group

6 Apr 2015

Large Niltava – warning calls at nest

by BESG | posted in: Videography, Vocalisation | 0

“The classical calls of the Large Niltava (Niltava grandis decipiens) have always been magical to me since my younger days of visiting the hill stations. They have a fairy, ethereal like quality. Glenister (1971) describes them best ‘It is the … Continued

3 Apr 2015

Large Niltava – pellet or food regurgitation?

by BESG | posted in: Feeding-plants, Pellets | 0

“We had an opportunity to watch a pair of nesting Large Niltavas (Niltava grandis decipiens). We saw an odd behaviour by the adult male and would appreciate any opinions. “The pair was cautious of our presence so we kept our … Continued