Green Shrike-Babbler
NameGreen Shrike-Babbler
Common NameGreen Shrike-Babbler
Scientific NamePteruthius xanthochlorus
FamilyVireonidae
Wingspan (cm)17
Length (cm)11.5
Weight (g)12.5
Plumage DetailsThis species features a grey crown and nape, contrasting with olive-green upperparts and wings. Its underparts are yellowish-white, and it has a dark eye and a relatively pale, pointed bill.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a repeated 'chup-chup-chup' or 'chick-chick-chick' call, often given while foraging. It also has a more complex, musical song.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound across the Himalayas, from northern India, Nepal, and Bhutan, extending through parts of China (Yunnan, Sichuan), Myanmar, Laos, and Vietnam.
Identifying FeaturesSmall size, Grey cap contrasting with olive-green back, Yellowish-white underparts, Active foraging behavior
Description
The Green Shrike-Babbler is a small, active passerine bird found in montane forests. It typically forages in the canopy and undergrowth, often joining mixed-species flocks.
