White-breasted Babbler
NameWhite-breasted Babbler
Common NameWhite-breasted Babbler
Scientific NamePellorneum rostratum
FamilyPellorneidae
Wingspan (cm)18
Length (cm)14.5
Weight (g)18
Plumage DetailsFeatures a dark greyish-brown crown and nape, often with a subtle pale supercilium. The upperparts, wings, and tail are rufous-brown. The throat and breast are pure white, contrasting with greyish flanks and a whitish belly. It has a dark, relatively stout bill.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a series of clear, whistled notes, often described as a repeated "tu-whit-tu-whit" or "chup-chup-chup," sometimes accelerating into a trill.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, wetland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeNative to Southeast Asia, found across the Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, Borneo, and various smaller islands in the region.
Identifying Featureswhite breast, rufous-brown back, dark grey cap, stout dark bill, dense undergrowth habitat
Description
This small babbler is characterized by its rufous-brown upperparts and contrasting white throat and breast. It typically forages in dense undergrowth of lowland forests, often near water, searching for insects. They are generally shy and often heard more than seen.
