Taiwan Hwamei
NameTaiwan Hwamei
Common NameTaiwan Hwamei
Scientific NameLeucodioptron taewanum
FamilyLeiothrichidae
Wingspan (cm)26
Length (cm)24
Weight (g)60
Plumage DetailsOverall brownish plumage, with prominent white streaking on the crown, nape, and breast, giving a scaled appearance. It has a pale, almost white, eye-ring and a yellowish bill. The underparts are paler brown.
Vocalization / CallKnown for its loud, clear, and melodious song, which consists of a series of whistles, trills, and varied phrases. It also produces harsh alarm calls.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the island of Taiwan, found throughout its central and eastern mountain ranges.
Identifying FeaturesWhite streaking on head and breast, Pale eye-ring, Yellowish bill, Melodious song, Brownish overall plumage
Description
The Taiwan Hwamei is a medium-sized babbler endemic to Taiwan, characterized by its brownish plumage and distinctive white streaking on its head and breast. It is often found foraging in dense undergrowth and is known for its loud, melodious song.
