Chloropsis cochinchinensis
The Indochinese Leafbird, Chloropsis cochinchinensis, (sometimes colloquially referred to as the Javan Leafbird, particularly its nominate subspecies) is a dazzling member of the Chloropseidae family, renowned for its brilliant emerald green plumage that provides exceptional camouflage amidst the tropical forest canopy. Males are particularly striking, sporting a vivid black mask and throat bordered by a brilliant blue or violet malar stripe, a small orange-yellow patch on the breast, and oft...
Primarily inhabits a variety of tropical and subtropical broadleaf forests, including evergreen, semi-evergreen, and deciduous woodlands, as well as forest edges and mature secondary growth, typically found from lowlands up to around 1,500 meters elevation.
Omnivorous, feeding predominantly on insects, various fruits (especially berries), and nectar from a wide range of flowering plants, gleaned actively from the forest canopy.
These diurnal birds are highly active and primarily solitary or found in pairs, though they may join mixed-species foraging flocks, particularly outside the breeding season. Foraging involves acrobatic gleaning among foliage and flowers for insects and nectar, often hovering to access blossoms or...
The Indochinese Leafbird (Chloropsis cochinchinensis) has a broad distribution across mainland Southeast Asia and parts of the Greater Sunda Islands, where it is generally resident. Its range extends from extreme southern China (Yunnan), through Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, and Vietnam, sou...
Vulnerable
- The Indochinese Leafbird is a master mimic, capable of accurately imitating the calls and songs of dozens of other bird species in its habitat. - Its brilliant emerald green plumage provides exceptional camouflage, making it incredibly difficult to spot amidst the dense tropical foliage. - The ...