Spot-necked Babbler
NameSpot-necked Babbler
Common NameSpot-necked Babbler
Scientific NameStachyris strialata
FamilyTimaliidae
Wingspan (cm)17
Length (cm)14
Weight (g)17.5
Plumage DetailsOverall dark brown plumage with a darker crown and upperparts. The most striking feature is the blackish throat and upper breast adorned with prominent white spots, giving it a 'spotted neck' appearance. The underparts are rufous-brown, contrasting with the darker upperparts.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a series of churring notes and rapid, chattering calls, often given in chorus by a flock.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound across a wide range in Southeast Asia, including parts of the Himalayas and Indochina, specifically in Bangladesh, Bhutan, China, India, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Nepal, Thailand, and Vietnam.
Identifying FeaturesWhite spots on dark throat and neck, Dark brown upperparts, Rufous-brown underparts, Small, active forest bird
Description
The Spot-necked Babbler is a small, dark brown bird characterized by its distinctive white-spotted throat and neck. It typically forages in the undergrowth of dense forests, often in small, active flocks. Its cryptic plumage helps it blend into its shaded habitat.
