Puvel's Illadopsis
NamePuvel's Illadopsis
Common NamePuvel's Illadopsis
Scientific NameIlladopsis puveli
FamilyPellorneidae
Wingspan (cm)16.5
Length (cm)12.5
Weight (g)14
Plumage DetailsThis species has a distinctive rufous-brown crown and nape, contrasting with plain brown upperparts. The throat and upper breast are whitish, transitioning to buffy-brown on the flanks and belly. It features a pale eye-ring and a relatively long, slender bill.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations typically consist of a series of whistled notes, often described as a repetitive 'pee-pee-pee-pee-pee' or churring calls.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in West and Central Africa, its range extends from Sierra Leone eastward through countries like Liberia, Ivory Coast, Ghana, Nigeria, Cameroon, Gabon, Republic of the Congo, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Identifying FeaturesRufous-brown crown, Plain brown upperparts, Whitish throat, Pale eye-ring, Skulking behavior in dense undergrowth
Description
Puvel's Illadopsis is a small, rather plain brown bird typically found in the dense undergrowth of forests. It is known for its skulking behavior, often remaining hidden and difficult to observe.
