About Heterophasia desgodinsi (Oustalet, 1877)
Scientific Classification
The black-headed sibia, scientifically named Heterophasia desgodinsi (Oustalet, 1877), is a bird species that belongs to the family Leiothrichidae.
Taxonomic History
In the past, it was frequently grouped together with the dark-backed sibia as part of the species H. melanoleuca. Along with most other sibia species, it is sometimes classified in the separate genus Malacias.
Geographic Range
This species occurs in China, Laos, and Vietnam.
Habitat
Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forests.
