Andaman Shama vs White-rumped Shama

Andaman Shama

Copsychus albiventris

29 gForest

The Andaman shama is a small bird with a body shape similar to that of a thrush. Males have tails measuring approximately 117–122 mm, while females have slightly shorter tails measuring about 98–106 mm. Males and females are generally similar in appearance, although females typically show slightly duller coloration around the chin and throat. The species has white underparts with slightly reddish flanks. The upperparts range from pale orange to warm brown. The central tail feathers are black and extend slightly beyond the white outer tail feathers.

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White-rumped Shama

Copsychus malabaricus

Small29 gForest

They typically weigh between 28 and 34 g (1.0 and 1.2 oz) and are around 23–28 cm (9–11 in) in length. Males are glossy black with a chestnut belly and white feathers on the rump and outer tail. Females are more greyish-brown, and are typically shorter than males. Both sexes have a black bill and pink feet. Juveniles have a greyish-brown colouration, similar to that of the females, with a blotchy or spotted chest. Voice: The voice of this species is rich and melodious which makes them popular as cage birds in South Asia with the tradition continuing in parts of Southeast Asia. It is loud and clear, with a variety of phrases, and often mimics other birds. They also make a 'Tck' call in alarm or when foraging. The earliest known recording of bird song was made of an individual of this species in 1889 by Ludwig Koch.

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