Seeks out mineral water from traditional springs. Prefers large trees and multi-layered forests with a light understory and open to medium canopy. Dense thickets often used for breeding. Sometimes feeds in sparse woodland. Yearlong, diurnal activity.
Numbers fluctuate locally depending on weather and food availability.
In general, moves upslope in summer and downslope in winter in major mountain ranges. May. Occasionally up to 3 broods. Usually lays 1 egg per clutch, sometimes 2. Young fed crop milk by parents initially. Weather affects distribution locally.