Mindanao Plumed-Warbler
NameMindanao Plumed-Warbler
Common NameMindanao Plumed-Warbler
Scientific NameRobsonius montis
FamilyLocustellidae
Wingspan (cm)17
Length (cm)11.5
Weight (g)12
Plumage DetailsThe Mindanao Plumed-Warbler has dull grayish-brown upperparts, often with a slight olive tinge. Its underparts are pale yellowish-white, becoming more distinctly yellowish on the belly and flanks. A key feature is the presence of long, fluffy, pale feathers on the flanks, giving it a 'plumed' appearance.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations are typically high-pitched, thin, and insect-like, often described as a rapid series of 'tseep' or 'tsit' notes, sometimes forming a trill.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the island of Mindanao in the southern Philippines, where it is found in montane forests.
Identifying FeaturesSmall size, Dull grayish-brown upperparts, Yellowish-white underparts with fluffy flanks, Skulking behavior in dense undergrowth, Endemic to Mindanao montane forests
Description
This small, shy warbler is characterized by its dull plumage and distinctive fluffy feathers on its flanks. It typically forages in the dense undergrowth of montane forests, often remaining hidden from view. Its behavior is generally skulking, making it difficult to observe.
