Fawn-breasted Whistler
NameFawn-breasted Whistler
Common NameFawn-breasted Whistler
Scientific NamePachycephala cerviniventris
FamilyPachycephalidae
Wingspan (cm)24
Length (cm)16
Weight (g)22
Plumage DetailsUpperparts are olive-brown to grey-brown, contrasting with pale underparts. The breast and flanks exhibit a distinctive fawn or buff wash, fading to whitish on the belly and throat. The bill is dark, and legs are grey.
Vocalization / CallKnown for its rich, melodious whistling calls, often a series of clear, ringing notes that may end with a whip-like crack.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, coastal
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to northern Australia, found across the Top End of the Northern Territory and the Kimberley region of Western Australia.
Identifying FeaturesFawn-colored breast and flanks, Olive-brown upperparts, Melodious whistling call, Dark bill
Description
The Fawn-breasted Whistler is a medium-sized passerine known for its relatively plain appearance and melodious calls. It typically forages in the understory and mid-canopy of various forest types, often alone or in pairs, seeking out insects.
