Visayan Pygmy-Babbler
NameVisayan Pygmy-Babbler
Common NameVisayan Pygmy-Babbler
Scientific NameMicromacronus leytensis
FamilyCettiidae
Wingspan (cm)11
Length (cm)8
Weight (g)6.5
Plumage DetailsThis species has olive-green upperparts and pale greyish-white underparts, sometimes with a yellowish wash on the flanks. It possesses a relatively long, slender bill and a very short tail.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations consist of high-pitched, thin, insect-like trills and rapid series of 'tsee-tsee-tsee' notes, often given while foraging.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusnear-threatened
Geographic RangeEndemic to the central Philippines, specifically found on the Visayan islands of Leyte, Samar, Bohol, and Negros.
Identifying Featuresextremely small size, olive-green upperparts, pale underparts, very short tail, active foraging in dense forest undergrowth
Description
The Visayan Pygmy-Babbler is an exceptionally small and active forest bird, often found foraging in the understory and mid-story. It is known for its short tail and high-pitched vocalizations.
