Birds

Sri Lankan Junglefowl (Gallus lafayettii)

Endemic to Sri Lanka, this colorful national bird is known for its vibrant plumage, distinctive calls, and presence in forests and scrublands.

Malabar Pied Hornbill(Anthracoceros coronatus)

A striking hornbill species often seen in forests and gardens, recognized by its large bill and distinctive call.

Indian Peafowl(Pavo cristatus)

Famous for its iridescent plumage and elaborate tail display, often found near forests and farmlands.

Sri Lanka Grey Hornbill (Ocyceros gingalensis)

Endemic hornbill found in lowland forests, easily recognized by its grey body and long bill.

White-throated Kingfisher (Halcyon smyrnensis)

A common and vibrant kingfisher with bright blue wings and a red bill, often seen near water bodies.

Indian Pitta (Pitta brachyura)

A colorful migratory bird with a green back, blue wings, and chestnut head, often spotted in forests during migration.

Painted Stork (Mycteria leucocephala)

A large wading bird with white plumage, black wing tips, and a yellow-orange beak, found in wetlands and marshes.

Malabar Trogon (Harpactes fasciatus)

A vibrant forest bird with bright red underparts and green upperparts, often seen in dense rainforests.

Spot-winged Thrush (Geokichla spiloptera)

Endemic to Sri Lanka, this medium-sized thrush is known for its spotted wings and melodious song, often found in forested areas.

Sri Lanka Blue Magpie (Urocissa ornata)

A striking, long-tailed bird endemic to Sri Lanka, with bright blue plumage and black head, commonly seen in wet zone forests.

Layard’s Parakeet (Psittacula calthropae)

An endemic parakeet with green plumage and red beak, typically found in forests and wooded areas of Sri Lanka.

Crimson-backed Sunbird (Leptocoma minima)

A tiny, colorful nectar-feeding bird endemic to Sri Lanka, recognized by its bright crimson back and iridescent throat.