White-eared Sibia

White-eared Sibia The white-eared sibia (Heterophasia auricular) is a species of bird in the Leiothrichidae family. It is endemic to the island of Taiwan. Its natural habitat is temperate forests. Names: White-eared Sibia, also known as Taiwan Sibia Description: The crown is black with a white  eye-ring and broad eye-stripe, extending backwards and ending in long spreading plumes.  Throat, breast and upper back are grey with the rest of underparts a pinkish-cinnamon. The lower back, rump and upper tail coverts orange rufous and they have a black tipped tail. T he legs are pink. Sexes are similar.  Song: There rising fi-fi-fi fi-yu call is very distinct and must be one of the most defining sounds of Taiwan’s mountain forests. They also produce a rattling mei, mei, mei-type alarm call. Diet for Strawberry Finches: Paradise Earth Premium Softball Blend, Zupreen Fruit Pellets and fresh fruit.