Hoary-throated Barwing
NameHoary-throated Barwing
Common NameHoary-throated Barwing
Scientific NameActinodura nipalensis
FamilyLeiothrichidae
Wingspan (cm)28
Length (cm)19
Weight (g)25
Plumage DetailsUpperparts are warm brown, with a streaked crown. The throat and breast are grayish, transitioning to rufous on the flanks and vent. The most striking feature is the black and rufous barring on the flight feathers of the wings and the tail.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a variety of chattering, whistling, and warbling notes, often delivered in complex phrases.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in the Himalayas, ranging from central Nepal eastward through Bhutan, Northeast India (including Sikkim, West Bengal, and Arunachal Pradesh), northern Myanmar, and parts of southern China.
Identifying Featuresbarred wings, barred tail, grayish throat, streaked crown, warm brown plumage
Description
This medium-sized babbler is characterized by its warm brown plumage, a grayish throat, and a distinctive streaked crown. It is known for its striking black and rufous barring on the wings and tail, and typically forages in the undergrowth of montane forests.
