Asian Fairy-bluebird

Irena puella

Family: Fairy-bluebirds · Status: Uncommon resident · Size: 24.5–26.5 cm · Conservation: Least Concern

Range

Resident across the Indian subcontinent through Southeast Asia.

Identification

A bulky species; male is mostly black with shining deep blue upperparts and vent, female is duller turquoise-blue overall. Both sexes have bright red irises.

Habitat

Forest and forest edge.

Behaviour

Often observed feeding on fig trees with green-pigeons and migratory thrushes.