The common tailorbird (Orthotomus sutorius) is named for its nest made of leaves "sewn" together and immortalized by Rudyard Kipling as Darzee in his Jungle Book. Using plant materials and spider silk, it intricately weaves leaves together to create a remarkable nest. This ingenious stitching technique helps to protect their eggs and provide a safe haven for their young. It has a long upright tail, greenish upper body plumage and rust coloured forehead and crown. Found across tropical Asia, it is typically found in open farmland, scrub, forest edges and gardens.
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