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Schoenicola platyurus

Broad-Tailed Grassbird

BirdBest Season: Apr–Jul

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Broad-Tailed Grassbird (Schoenicola platyurus) — wildlife photography in India

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About this species

The Broad-Tailed Grassbird is one of India's most range-restricted endemics — found only in the tall grass and reed-bed habitats of the Western Ghats above 900 metres. Globally vulnerable, it requires intact montane grassland to survive. Eravikulam and Mukurthi National Parks protect key populations. See Broad-Tailed Grassbirds in the Western Ghats highlands. Highly range-restricted endemic — conservation guide and grassland birding.

Quick facts

Scientific name
Schoenicola platyurus
Category / family
Bird · —
Best months to photograph
J
F
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M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Difficulty to spot
Moderate
Best locations
Eravikulam National ParkMukurthi National ParkMathikettan Shola National Park

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Best locations for Broad-Tailed Grassbird

Reserves and landscapes where our photographers reliably encounter this species, with links to place-specific guides.

KeralaEravikulam National Park
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Tamil NaduMukurthi National Park
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KeralaMathikettan Shola National Park
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When and Where to Photograph Broad-Tailed Grassbird

The Broad-Tailed Grassbird is one of India's most range-restricted endemics — found only in the tall grass and reed-bed habitats of the Western Ghats above 900 metres. Globally vulnerable, it requires intact montane grassland to survive. Eravikulam and Mukurthi National Parks protect key populations. See Broad-Tailed Grassbirds in the Western Ghats highlands. Highly range-restricted endemic — conservation guide and grassland birding.

Plan field days around Apr–Jul: light is often strongest at dawn and dusk, when many mammals and birds are most active. Work with a naturalist who knows local movement patterns — they will position you ethically while improving your odds of a encounter in Eravikulam National Park.

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