Spectacled Longbill
NameSpectacled Longbill
Common NameSpectacled Longbill
Scientific NameMacrosphenus concolor
FamilyMacrosphenidae
Wingspan (cm)20
Length (cm)14
Weight (g)12.5
Plumage DetailsUpperparts are olive-green, contrasting with a greyish head and nape. The throat and breast are pale yellowish-white, transitioning to a more distinct yellow on the belly. A noticeable pale eye-ring gives it a 'spectacled' appearance, and the bill is dark while legs are pale blue-grey.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a series of high-pitched, thin whistles or trills that often accelerate, as well as harsh churring notes.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeThis species is found in West and Central Africa, with its range extending from Sierra Leone eastward through countries like Cameroon and Gabon, to Uganda, and south into Angola.
Identifying FeaturesLong, slightly decurved dark bill, Greyish head with pale eye-ring, Olive-green upperparts, Pale yellowish underparts, Small, slender body shape
Description
The Spectacled Longbill is a small, slender passerine bird characterized by its relatively long, slightly decurved bill. It typically inhabits the dense undergrowth of lowland forests, where it forages for insects.
