Some birds move downhill for the winter while others, especially in the north-east of the range, migrate longer distances.

The wintering range extends from southern Iraq through Iran and Pakistan to the western Himalayas of Kashmir.

Insects form the bulk of its diet during the breeding season but fruit and seeds are important in winter.

The nest, a cup-shaped structure composed of grass stems and moss with a foundation of twigs, is lined with wool and fur for insulation.

The clutch ranges from three to six eggs, exhibiting a pale green colouration with brownish-grey speckles.

Based on these criteria, the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) categorizes the species as "Least Concern".