Least ConcernRareInvertebratesForestCup nestSmall · 33 g
About the Dark-backed Sibia
The dark-backed sibia is a bird species in the family Leiothrichidae. In former times it was included the black-headed sibia, H. desgodinsi. Together with most other sibias, it is sometimes separated in the genus Malacias. It is found in China, Myanmar and Thailand. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forests.
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Where it lives
Regular range
When to see it
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Peak activity in February · a winter visitor species across most of its range
Easily confused with
Long-tailed SibiaHeterophasia picaoidesThe long-tailed sibia is a species of Leiothrichidae from Southeast Asia.
Beautiful SibiaHeterophasia pulchellaThe beautiful sibia is a species of bird in the family Leiothrichidae.
Grey SibiaHeterophasia gracilisThe grey sibia is a species of bird in the family Leiothrichidae.
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