Morrison's Fulvetta
NameMorrison's Fulvetta
Common NameMorrison's Fulvetta
Scientific NameFulvetta morrisoniana
FamilyPellorneidae
Wingspan (cm)16
Length (cm)12
Weight (g)10
Plumage DetailsFeatures a grey crown and nape, a prominent white eye-ring, and dark lores. The upperparts are olive-brown, contrasting with yellowish-buff underparts. Wings and tail are darker olive-brown.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a high-pitched, thin, often repeated "tsee-tsee-tsee" or "swee-swee-swee" song, and various chattering or twittering calls.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the central mountain ranges of Taiwan.
Identifying Featuresprominent white eye-ring, grey crown and nape, yellowish-buff underparts, olive-brown upperparts, small size
Description
This small, active passerine bird is characterized by its grey head, prominent white eye-ring, and yellowish underparts. It typically forages in the undergrowth and lower canopy of montane forests, often in small flocks.
