Asia, the largest continent in the world is home to a variety of flora and fauna. There are so many birds you can find in different countries across Asia. Some of them are so unique and beautiful that, they will leave you spellbound. In today’s article, we will be covering some of the birds that are commonly found on this continent. Curious to know the details? Here it a list of some of the most popular Asian birds in the world.
Asian Birds In The World
1. Asian Green Bee-eaters
These vibrantly colorful birds are commonly found in grassland, scrublands, and forests. The green color dominates their body, however, their face has a combination of yellow and blue. As far as their length is concerned, they are as long as 16-18 cm. Interestingly, they are not too much dependent on water, which is why these birds can also be found in the deserts. They feed on small crabs and even beetles.
2. Black Drongo
As the name of this bird implies, this bird is extremely black in color. Interestingly, it has a forked tail and makes snappy movements when it flies. Caution! These birds are way too aggressive, especially when it comes to their territory or food. There are only a handful of birds who dare to mess with or stand against this bird. It is because of their dominating personality, that they are named as the “King Crow”. There’s a nice thing about them that the small birds prefer to stay or make a nest around theirs as it keeps them safe from predators.
3. Chinese Blackbird
You should not make the mistake of comparing them with the common blackbird. These birds are way more powerful than them. An interesting fact about them is that they nest inside flowerpots, planters, or things that are still. These birds love mimicry. They don’t have their own particular sounds rather they like mimic other birds. And guess what, they can also mimic the sounds that are not of birds like horns, doorbells, alarms et cetera. You will mostly find them in groups.
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4. Common Myna
This beautiful black and orange bird is as long as 23 cm with a shiny yellow-tipped bill and thick yellow legs. Interestingly, this bird has found a place in the list of Top 100 Most Invasive Species List. Know why? It is because the IUCN Species Survival Commission has found this bird a threat to human interests, biodiversity, and agriculture. But, this bird is a blessing in disguise for the Indian farmers as it eats all those locusts and insects that destroy the crops. That is why, it is also known as Farmer’s friend. It is also listed as one of the black birds with yellow beaks in the world.
5. Indochinese Roller
Seeing these birds is a treat to the eyes. They are very beautiful. The Indochinese roller has an average length of 30-34 cm. Their conical beaks are thick. These birds are most commonly found in pasturelands, rice fields, and plantations. Moreover, their diet includes locusts, wasps, moths, crickets, and other large insects. These birds have an amazing capability to catch prey, by tumbling, diving, and rolling. Also, when it comes to their territories, they become very aggressive. So, beware.
6. Eastern Spot-Billed Duck
These dark brown birds are as long as 55-63 cm. They have vibrant orange legs and a yellow spot on their bill. These birds do not dive, rather, they feed on the ground. As far as their diet is concerned, they feed on insects, snails, and plants, actually whatever they find on the ground. They are not afraid of humans, in fact, you can go pretty close to them to observe the details. The sound of this bird is quite monotonous, though a happy one.
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7. Indian Peafowl
‘Peacocks’ is what they are most commonly referred to as and have one of the best types of animal patterns in the world;d. Ah! That’s so wrong. It’s only the male species which is known as the peacocks, it’s peafowls for the females. Interestingly, they are one of the heaviest birds, despite that, they can fly as long as one mile in a single flight. The peafowls are not as colorful and vibrant as their male counterparts as they have dull bodies. Do you know the reason behind this difference? It’s the changes that their body undergoes as females. Besides, it’s a beautiful sight to see the peacock chasing the peafowl.
Also Read: 20 Interesting Facts About Peacocks
8. Japanese tit
This pale tan-colored bird loves to hover in the mountains. As far as their body size is concerned, they are about 12.5-15 cm long. They have white patches n their cheeks along with long tail feathers and round heads. These birds follow the concept of attitudinal migration, that is to say, they move up or down the mountains to adapt to the weather. They usually feed on larvae, fruits, insects, seeds, berries, bugs et cetera. Do you know? These birds can literally fit in your palms. Yes, you read that right. They may be small in size but are very loud in making noise. Their calls are very high-pitched and include shrills.
9. Oriental Magpie-Robin
Watching this bird is purely a treat to the eyes, such is their beauty. Their average length is 19 cm. Do you know how the males attract females for mating? By singing melodic tunes, for long durations. And singing actually makes them look more attractive. They generally feed on leeches and insects. Though their beautiful voice is a treat to the ears it has also been a danger for them. The poachers identify them from their sound and kill them and trade them for personal gains. Sad and unfortunate! Isn’t it?
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10. Red-Vented Bulbul
This is a happy-go-lucky bird. The color combination on the body of this bird is so unique and gorgeous. They can be commonly traced in dry scrubs, open forests, cultivated lands, and various other habitats. They usually keep away from forests with dense plantations as it becomes difficult for them to fly. No doubt that these birds are very beautiful, however, they are invasive too. They are a major threat to crops and a region’s biosphere. Not only that, these birds are quick learners, so the efforts to exterminate them are completely a waste of time. They were also used as bird fighters by humans during the 19th century.
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