Common Tailorbird

Orthotomus sutorius

	Characteristics: About 12 cm long (excluding elongated male tail). Rufous forecrown and long tail (often cocked) are its distinctive features. Juvenile lacks rufous crown. Distribution: Resident. Common and widespread. Often seen in woodland and major urban parks. Habits: Usually keeps to undergrowth but is not shy. The bird is noisy with a variety of call notes. Breeding season from April to August. Constructs unique nest with one or two leaves stitched together to form a firm support for the small round nest. Photo: Cheung Ho Fai
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