Small Minivet (Pericrocotus cinnamomeus) छोटी बुलालचश्मा, राजलाल, सहेली - Birds Around Me 0254

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The Small Minivet, measuring only 15–16 cm in length, the Small Minivet is a slender bird with a long tail and sharp bill. The male is particularly striking, with grey upperparts and brilliant orange underparts, fading to yellow on the belly. The female, though less flamboyant, is equally charming with grey above and yellow below, including a yellow face and rump. Together, they create a vibrant contrast against the greenery. 

Female Small Minivet (Pericrocotus cinnamomeus) छोटी बुलालचश्मा, राजलाल, सहेली Jabalpur, April 2025
Female Small Minivet (Pericrocotus cinnamomeus) छोटी बुलालचश्मा, राजलाल, सहेली
Jabalpur, April 2025

 
This species is widely distributed across India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia, thriving in thorn jungles, scrublands, orchards, and open forests. It is often found in small flocks, moving actively among trees and bushes. Unlike many forest birds, the Small Minivet adapts well to semi-urban landscapes, making it a familiar sight near villages and gardens.  

The Small Minivet is an active insect-hunter, flitting quickly through foliage and catching prey with precision. Its call is a series of sharp, cheerful notes, often heard when a flock is feeding together. These birds are highly social, frequently seen in pairs or groups, adding liveliness to their surroundings.  

In Hindi, the name छोटी बुलालचश्मा reflects both its small size and its bright, eye-catching plumage. Local names like राजलाल and सहेली also capture its beauty and companionable nature, showing how deeply it is woven into rural birdlife. 

Hindi Names of Small Minivet (Pericrocotus cinnamomeus): छोटी बुलालचश्मा, राजलाल, सहेली 

Ashutosh Jhureley @BirdsAroundMe


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Female Small Minivet (Pericrocotus cinnamomeus) छोटी बुलालचश्मा, राजलाल, सहेली Jabalpur, April 2025
Female Small Minivet (Pericrocotus cinnamomeus) छोटी बुलालचश्मा, राजलाल, सहेली
Jabalpur, April 2025

Female Small Minivet (Pericrocotus cinnamomeus) छोटी बुलालचश्मा, राजलाल, सहेली Jabalpur, April 2025
Female Small Minivet (Pericrocotus cinnamomeus) छोटी बुलालचश्मा, राजलाल, सहेली
Jabalpur, April 2025



Female Small Minivet (Pericrocotus cinnamomeus) छोटी बुलालचश्मा, राजलाल, सहेली Jabalpur, April 2025
Female Small Minivet (Pericrocotus cinnamomeus) छोटी बुलालचश्मा, राजलाल, सहेली
Jabalpur, April 2025


Female Small Minivet (Pericrocotus cinnamomeus) छोटी बुलालचश्मा, राजलाल, सहेली Jabalpur, April 2025
Female Small Minivet (Pericrocotus cinnamomeus) छोटी बुलालचश्मा, राजलाल, सहेली
Jabalpur, April 2025



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