Gray-crowned Prinia
NameGray-crowned Prinia
Common NameGray-crowned Prinia
Scientific NamePrinia cinereocapilla
FamilyCisticolidae
Wingspan (cm)12
Length (cm)10.5
Weight (g)7
Plumage DetailsFeatures a distinct gray cap, a dark loral stripe extending through the eye, and a whitish throat. The upperparts are rufous-brown, contrasting with buffy-brown underparts. The tail is relatively short and often cocked.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a rapid series of high-pitched, chattering or trilling notes, often described as 'tsee-tsee-tsee' or 'chip-chip-chip' calls.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsgrassland, forest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in the Himalayan foothills and adjacent lowlands, ranging from northern India eastward through Nepal, Bhutan, and into parts of Bangladesh and Myanmar.
Identifying Featuresgray crown, dark eye-stripe, rufous-brown back, buffy underparts, cocked tail
Description
A small, active prinia characterized by its distinctive gray cap and rufous-brown upperparts. It typically forages in dense undergrowth and tall grasses, often holding its tail cocked. This species is known for its energetic movements and high-pitched calls.
