Western Ghats (from extreme southern Maharashtra and Goa south to Kerala) and Palni Hills (Tamil Nadu), in south-western India.
 
Rarity Status
Currently this species is not classified as a rarity in this country OR information has not been updated.
Population
Estimated population is unknown (2010) and decreasing.
Status NT
Habitat loss and degradation as forest is converted into plantations, reservoirs, crops and human settlements, is the mian threat.
For more information see BirdLife International Species Factsheet.
Habits
Singly or in pairs, but sometimes in groups of 4 - 8.