Mountain Mouse-Warbler
NameMountain Mouse-Warbler
Common NameMountain Mouse-Warbler
Scientific NamePnoepyga immaculata
FamilyPnoepygidae
Wingspan (cm)13
Length (cm)8.5
Weight (g)9
Plumage DetailsUpperparts are uniformly dark brown, contrasting slightly with paler, buffy-brown underparts that may show faint scaling or mottling, especially on the flanks. The tail is extremely short and stubby.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations consist of high-pitched, thin, and often insect-like trills or a series of whistles.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in the Himalayas, ranging from central Nepal eastward through Bhutan to Arunachal Pradesh in India, and extending into northern Myanmar and southern China.
Identifying Featuresextremely short tail, mouse-like behavior, dull brown plumage, small size, prefers dense undergrowth on forest floor
Description
A small, secretive, and mouse-like bird, the Mountain Mouse-Warbler is characterized by its very short tail and dull brown plumage. It typically forages on the forest floor amidst dense undergrowth, often near damp areas.
