White-browed Shrike-Babbler
NameWhite-browed Shrike-Babbler
Common NameWhite-browed Shrike-Babbler
Scientific NamePteruthius aeralatus
FamilyVireonidae
Wingspan (cm)21
Length (cm)13
Weight (g)15
Plumage DetailsMales have a black crown, a prominent broad white supercilium, dark grey upperparts, and white underparts. The most distinctive feature is the bright yellow patch on the flight feathers, contrasting with dark grey wings. Females are similar but often have a duller, greyer crown.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include clear, whistled phrases that can be repetitive, often described as 'chip' notes or more complex, melodious songs.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound across Southeast Asia, including parts of the Himalayas, northeastern India, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and southern China.
Identifying FeaturesWhite supercilium, Black cap, Grey body, Bright yellow wing patch, Shrike-like bill
Description
This small, active passerine bird is characterized by its distinctive white supercilium and striking yellow wing patches. It typically forages in the canopy and subcanopy of montane forests, often moving in mixed-species flocks.
