Chestnut-crowned Bush Warbler
NameChestnut-crowned Bush Warbler
Common NameChestnut-crowned Bush Warbler
Scientific NameCettia major
FamilyCettiidae
Wingspan (cm)17
Length (cm)13
Weight (g)12.5
Plumage DetailsFeatures a prominent chestnut-brown crown, a pale buffy-white supercilium, and a dark loral stripe. The upperparts are olive-brown, while the underparts are pale greyish-buff, becoming whiter on the throat and belly. The flanks are slightly darker.
Vocalization / CallIts song is a series of loud, clear, and often explosive whistles, typically starting with a few introductory notes followed by a rapid, accelerating trill or series of phrases. Calls include sharp 'chip' notes.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in the Himalayas and parts of Southeast Asia, including Nepal, Bhutan, Northeast India, Myanmar, China, and Vietnam. It is a resident or altitudinal migrant in its range.
Identifying Featureschestnut crown, pale supercilium, olive-brown upperparts, small size, secretive behavior
Description
A small, secretive warbler typically found in dense undergrowth of montane forests. It is characterized by its distinctive chestnut crown and a prominent pale supercilium, often foraging low in vegetation for insects.
