Northern Pygmy-Owl

A rainforest flycatcher that is completely dark gray. Found very locally in the canopy and upper middle levels of lowland rainforest. Often in pairs or small groups. Usually sits upright, sometimes motionless for long periods. Makes short flights to catch insects, and also feeds by running along branches with a more horizontal posture. Most likely to be confused with Shining Drongo, but less blackish, without glossy highlights, and much smaller-billed. 

A small heron that is common in most aquatic habitats across the Indian subcontinent. Adults in breeding plumage have a dark reddish brown back that contrasts with a yellowish head, neck, and breast. In nonbreeding plumage they are virtually indistinguishable from nonbreeding Chinese Pond-Heron. In flight, adults appear surprisingly white due to their strikingly white wings, underparts, and tail. Although typically solitary, large numbers often gather where food is plentiful. Prone to seasonally local movements and vagrancy.

Medium-sized francolin with a mostly gray body, rufous head, and white throat. Found locally on the ground in grassy habitats including savanna, montane grassland, and woodland. Usually in pairs or small groups. Typical vocalization is a duet of “chur-it-cheer” phrases and a repeated single note. Somewhat similar to Red-winged Francolin, but duller, without a strongly marked face or heavily striped breast.