Vogelkop Scrubwren
NameVogelkop Scrubwren
Common NameVogelkop Scrubwren
Scientific NameSericornis rufescens
FamilyAcanthizidae
Wingspan (cm)18
Length (cm)11.5
Weight (g)11
Plumage DetailsUpperparts are dark olive-brown, with the head and nape slightly darker. Underparts are pale yellowish-brown to buffy-white, often with a rufous tinge on the flanks and vent. The wings and tail are dark brown, and it has a dark iris, black bill, and dark grey legs.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations consist of a series of high-pitched, thin, reedy notes, often delivered rapidly. It also produces soft 'seep' or 'tsit' calls.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Vogelkop Peninsula (also known as Bird's Head Peninsula) in West Papua, Indonesia, inhabiting montane forests at elevations between 1,000 and 2,000 meters.
Identifying FeaturesSmall size, Drab olive-brown plumage, Skulking behavior in dense undergrowth, Restricted range in Vogelkop mountains, Short tail
Description
The Vogelkop Scrubwren is a small, plump passerine bird found in the dense undergrowth of montane forests. It is known for its drab, olive-brown plumage and skulking behavior, making it often difficult to observe.
