Gray-hooded Babbler
NameGray-hooded Babbler
Common NameGray-hooded Babbler
Scientific NameGampsorhynchus rufulus
FamilyPellorneidae
Wingspan (cm)28
Length (cm)19
Weight (g)30
Plumage DetailsThe head and nape are slate gray, contrasting sharply with the rufous-brown mantle, back, wings, and tail. The underparts are whitish to pale buff, often appearing slightly streaky on the flanks. It possesses a prominent reddish-brown eye and a dark, relatively stout bill.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a series of clear, whistling notes, often described as a 'tew-tew-tew' or 'chup-chup-chup' call, sometimes delivered in a rapid, chattering sequence.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound across Southeast Asia, including parts of the Himalayas, northeastern India, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and southern China.
Identifying FeaturesGray head and nape, Rufous-brown upperparts, Pale underparts, Reddish-brown eye, Active foraging in forest undergrowth
Description
The Gray-hooded Babbler is a medium-sized babbler characterized by its distinctive gray head and rufous-brown upperparts. It is an active bird, typically found foraging in the undergrowth and mid-story of dense forest habitats.
