Chestnut-rumped Thornbill
NameChestnut-rumped Thornbill
Common NameChestnut-rumped Thornbill
Scientific NameAcanthiza uropygialis
FamilyAcanthizidae
Wingspan (cm)16
Length (cm)9.5
Weight (g)7
Plumage DetailsUpperparts are plain brown, with a distinctive rufous-chestnut rump. Underparts are off-white to pale buff. The face is pale with fine streaking, and the eyes are pale yellow.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a high-pitched, tinkling, and often rapid song, as well as various sharp 'chip' or 'tsip' calls.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, grassland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeWidespread across the arid and semi-arid inland regions of mainland Australia, avoiding only the extreme north and south-east coastal areas.
Identifying FeaturesChestnut-colored rump, Pale streaked face, Small size (approx. 9-10 cm), Plain brown upperparts, Pale yellow eyes
Description
This small, active passerine is characterized by its distinctive chestnut rump, which is visible in flight and when perched. It typically forages for insects among the foliage of trees and shrubs in arid and semi-arid woodlands.
