Speckled Warbler
NameSpeckled Warbler
Common NameSpeckled Warbler
Scientific NameChthonicola sagittata
FamilyAcanthizidae
Wingspan (cm)19
Length (cm)12.5
Weight (g)15
Plumage DetailsUpperparts are streaked brown and black, with a distinctive streaked brown crown and a pale supercilium. Underparts are pale yellowish-white with heavy dark brown to black streaking, particularly prominent on the breast and flanks.
Vocalization / CallIts song is a high-pitched, musical, and tinkling series of notes, often described as a 'sewing machine' sound. It also produces sharp alarm calls.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to southeastern Australia, ranging from southeastern Queensland through New South Wales to Victoria and southeastern South Australia.
Identifying FeaturesHeavily streaked underparts, Streaked brown crown, Pale supercilium, Small size, Ground-dwelling foraging behavior
Description
The Speckled Warbler is a small, ground-dwelling passerine endemic to southeastern Australia. It is characterized by its heavily streaked plumage, which provides excellent camouflage as it forages among leaf litter and low vegetation.
