Attribute

Details

Family

Turdidae (Thrush family)

Genus

Grandala (Only species in this genus)

Diet

Arboreal insectivore

Distribution

Northeastern Indian Subcontinent and adjoining regions

Countries Found In

India, Bhutan, Nepal, Myanmar, Tibet (China), other parts of China

Habitat

Alpine and subalpine regions

Male Plumage

Blue-gray body; black wings and tail

Female Plumage

Brownish with white stripes; gray-blue rump; white on wing tips and undersides

Social Behavior

Forms large flocks (up to 200 birds) during non-breeding seasons

Conservation Status

Least Concern (IUCN Red List)

PRACTICE QUESTION

Q. With reference to the bird species Grandala coelicolor, consider the following statements:

1. It is the only species in the genus Grandala.
2. It is found in lowland tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.
3. During non-breeding seasons, it exhibits flocking behavior.
4. It is listed as Critically Endangered under the IUCN Red List.

Which of the above statements are correct?

A. 1 and 3 only

B. 2 and 4 only

C. 1, 3, and 4 only

D. 1, 2, and 3 only

Answer: A

Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct – Grandala coelicolor is the only species in its genus.

Statement 2 is incorrect – It inhabits alpine and subalpine regions, not tropical rainforests.

Statement 3 is correct – It forms large flocks during the non-breeding season.

Statement 4 is incorrect – It is listed as 'Least Concern'.