Southern Scrub Robin
NameSouthern Scrub Robin
Common NameSouthern Scrub Robin
Scientific NameDrymodes brunneopygia
FamilyPetroicidae
Wingspan (cm)25
Length (cm)22
Weight (g)45
Plumage DetailsUpperparts are dull grey-brown, with a rufous rump and uppertail coverts. The tail is long and dark brown with white tips on the outer feathers. Underparts are paler grey-brown. It has a pale supercilium and two prominent white wing-bars formed by white tips on the greater and median coverts.
Vocalization / CallIts call is a distinctive, loud, and clear 'choo-choo-choo-choo' or 'chip-chip-chip' often repeated, sometimes with a whistling quality. It can also produce a series of soft, mournful whistles.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, grassland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to southern Australia, found in a discontinuous band from southwestern Western Australia across South Australia to western Victoria and southwestern New South Wales.
Identifying FeaturesDull grey-brown plumage, Prominent rufous rump, Long tail with white outer tips, Two distinct white wing-bars, Ground-dwelling behavior, Pale supercilium
Description
The Southern Scrub Robin is a shy, ground-dwelling bird found in mallee and heathland habitats. It is characterized by its dull brown plumage, long tail, and distinctive rufous rump. This species forages on the ground for insects and other invertebrates.
