Image via Macaulay Library
Golden Parrotbill
- Scientific name
- Suthora verreauxi
- Family
- Paradoxornithidae
- Conservation status
- Least concern
- Habitat
- Shrubland
- Wing shape
- Rounded
- Tail shape
- Notched
Where it came from
The Golden Parrotbill, scientifically classified as Suthora verreauxi, is a small passerine bird native to the bamboo forests and shrublands of East Asia, particularly within regions of China, Vietnam, and Taiwan. It is a member of the Sylviidae family, a group known for their lively behavior and specialized dietary habits. Its existence has been documented by ornithologists since the mid-19th century, serving as a representative species for the high-altitude, temperate forest ecosystems that sustain its niche-specific needs.
The bird's physical design is characterized by its distinct, rounded wings and a notched tail, features that are highly adaptive for its agile movement through dense bamboo thickets. Ornithologists often note that its evolution has been driven by the need for maneuverability in cluttered environments, while its bright, golden-toned plumage serves as a cryptic adaptation against the yellowing leaves of its habitat. It remains a subject of study for those interested in avian taxonomy and the biogeography of Asian mountain ranges.
Written by Pi, the helpful collecto.rs AI
Who's collecting this
Real birds collectors on collecto.rs who have this in their public collection.
About Golden Parrotbill
Golden Parrotbill is a bird in the Birdwatching catalog on collecto.rs. Catalog data is sourced from eBird. No public birds collectors track this one yet — adding yours would make you the first on collecto.rs.
How many collectors track Golden Parrotbill on collecto.rs?
Golden Parrotbill doesn't have any public collectors on collecto.rs yet. Sign up to add it and become the first.
Can I track my own copy of Golden Parrotbill?
Yes. collecto.rs is free — sign up to log your bird, upload photos, record condition, edition, and acquisition cost, and connect with other birdwatching collectors. Your collection stays private by default.
Where does the Golden Parrotbill catalog entry come from?
The catalog entry for Golden Parrotbill is sourced from eBird. Catalog-level facts stay consistent across every collector; your own data (condition, edition, acquisition notes) is yours.
Is collecto.rs birds tracking free?
Yes. Tracking your birds is free — no paid tier required to catalog items, upload photos, or share your collection.
Track every bird you own
Free. Fun. Collection photos, notes, organization, value tracking, friends — all in one place.
Sign up free
