Friday, June 28, 2013

(delhibirdpix) Black and Yellow Grosbeak , Dhanaulti


Species: Black and Yellow Grosbeak - Mycerobas icterioides - Male

Date: 26th May, 2013

Location: Dhanaulti, (2286 meters), Uttrakhand, India.

Habitat: Deodar conifers.

Status: Least Concern

Remarks: Birds are resident here mostly found feeding on seeds of Deodar trees, often descending on the ground, foraging for insects and drinking water at roadside puddles. They were found in pairs in May, and calls were heard at the 'Eco Park'. This male in the company of a female was seen devouring this mollusk at the edge of the park.   




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