Chestnut-breasted Whiteface
NameChestnut-breasted Whiteface
Common NameChestnut-breasted Whiteface
Scientific NameAphelocephala pectoralis
FamilyAcanthizidae
Wingspan (cm)19
Length (cm)11
Weight (g)10
Plumage DetailsFeatures a distinctive white face with a narrow black line above the eye and a broader black line below, extending to the bill. The crown and nape are grey-brown, contrasting with a brown back. A prominent chestnut band crosses the breast, with pure white underparts below. Wings are dark brown, and the tail is dark with white outer feathers.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include soft, high-pitched 'tseet-tseet' or 'chip-chip' calls, often given while foraging. It may also produce a soft, musical warble.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsdesert
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the arid and semi-arid interior of South Australia, with populations also extending into adjacent parts of Western Australia and the Northern Territory.
Identifying FeaturesWhite face with black lines, Chestnut breast band, Small size, Grey-brown crown and back
Description
A small, active passerine endemic to Australia, characterized by its striking facial pattern and chestnut breast band. This species typically forages on the ground or in low shrubs within arid and semi-arid environments.
