Collared Treepie
Dendrocitta frontalis
The Collared Treepie (Dendrocitta frontalis) is a rare crows, jays, and magpi found in 5 countries, weighing about 101 g. The collared treepie, also known as black-faced treepie or black-browed treepie, is an Asian treepie, a small perching bird of the crow family, Corvidae.










About the Collared Treepie
The collared treepie, also known as black-faced treepie or black-browed treepie, is an Asian treepie, a small perching bird of the crow family, Corvidae.
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Where it lives
When to see it
Best months: January, February, March, April, May, October, November, December, with peak activity in November. It is a variable species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- What does a Collared Treepie look like?
- The collared treepie, also known as black-faced treepie or black-browed treepie, is an Asian treepie, a small perching bird of the crow family, Corvidae.
- How big is a Collared Treepie?
- The Collared Treepie is a medium sized bird weighing about 101 g.
- Where can you see a Collared Treepie?
- The Collared Treepie occurs in 5 countries, including India, China, Bhutan, Myanmar (Burma) and Vietnam.
- What birds look similar to a Collared Treepie?
- The Collared Treepie is most easily confused with the Andaman Treepie, the Sumatran Treepie and the Bornean Treepie.
- Is the Collared Treepie endangered?
- The Collared Treepie is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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