White-eyed Stipplethroat
NameWhite-eyed Stipplethroat
Common NameWhite-eyed Stipplethroat
Scientific NameTurdinus leucophthalmus
FamilyPellorneidae
Wingspan (cm)16
Length (cm)13
Weight (g)12
Plumage DetailsThis species has an olive-brown back and wings, with a greyish-brown head and streaky greyish-white underparts. A prominent white eye-ring contrasts with its dark eye, and the tail often shows a yellowish-olive tinge.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a series of sharp, churring notes and a rapid, high-pitched trill, often given from dense cover.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the island of Borneo, found in Brunei, Indonesia (Kalimantan), and Malaysia (Sabah and Sarawak).
Identifying Featuresprominent white eye-ring, streaky greyish-white underparts, olive-brown back, small size, secretive behavior in forest undergrowth
Description
The White-eyed Stipplethroat is a small, drab babbler characterized by its distinctive white eye-ring and streaky plumage. It typically forages in the dense undergrowth of tropical forests, often moving secretively.
