Rufous-headed Tailorbird
NameRufous-headed Tailorbird
Common NameRufous-headed Tailorbird
Scientific NameOrthotomus ruficeps
FamilyCisticolidae
Wingspan (cm)16.5
Length (cm)11.5
Weight (g)8
Plumage DetailsFeatures a prominent rufous (reddish-brown) crown and nape, contrasting with a greyish-white throat and breast. The back and wings are olive-green, while the belly and undertail coverts are a vibrant yellow. The tail is relatively short and dark.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations typically consist of loud, repetitive, and often harsh or chattering calls, such as a 'chee-wit' or a rapid 'twee-twee-twee' song.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, coastal
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound across Southeast Asia, including the Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, Borneo, and numerous smaller islands within Indonesia and the Philippines.
Identifying FeaturesRufous crown and nape, Bright yellow belly, Olive-green back, Small size, Active foraging behavior
Description
This small, active passerine is characterized by its distinctive rufous cap and bright yellow underparts. It typically forages in dense undergrowth, often seen hopping and flitting among leaves in search of insects.
