Striated Wren-Babbler
NameStriated Wren-Babbler
Common NameStriated Wren-Babbler
Scientific NameMacronus gularis
FamilyTimaliidae
Wingspan (cm)20
Length (cm)14
Weight (g)15
Plumage DetailsThe Striated Wren-Babbler has dark brown upperparts with rufous-brown wings and tail. Its most striking feature is the white throat and breast heavily streaked with dark brown or black, extending to the crown and a prominent white supercilium. The belly is buffy white with less streaking.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations are varied, often consisting of clear, ringing whistles, described as a series of 'choo-choo-choo' or 'pip-pip-pip' notes, sometimes interspersed with churring or trilling sounds.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeWidespread across Southeast Asia, including northeastern India, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam, Peninsular Malaysia, Sumatra, and Borneo.
Identifying FeaturesProminent white streaking on head, throat, and breast, Rufous-brown upperparts, Active foraging in dense undergrowth, Distinctive whistling calls
Description
This small, active babbler is characterized by its heavily streaked plumage, particularly on the head and underparts. It typically forages in dense undergrowth, often in small groups, and is known for its distinctive whistling calls.
