Tawny-bellied Babbler
NameTawny-bellied Babbler
Common NameTawny-bellied Babbler
Scientific NameDumetia hyperythra
FamilyPellorneidae
Wingspan (cm)16
Length (cm)13
Weight (g)12.5
Plumage DetailsThe plumage features rich tawny or rufous underparts, including the throat, breast, and belly. The upperparts, crown, and nape are olive-brown, with darker brown wings and tail. It has a pale eye that stands out against the head.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations typically consist of a series of churring, chattering, or rattling notes, often given in a rapid, excited manner, especially when foraging in groups.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, grassland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound across the Indian subcontinent, including India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and parts of Myanmar.
Identifying Featurestawny underparts, olive-brown upperparts, pale eye, small size, skulking behavior in dense vegetation
Description
A small, active babbler characterized by its rich tawny underparts contrasting with olive-brown upperparts. It typically forages in dense undergrowth, often in small groups, and is known for its skulking behavior.
