Dark-necked Tailorbird
Orthotomus atrogularis
The Dark-necked Tailorbird (Orthotomus atrogularis) is a uncommon cisticola found in 13 countries, weighing about 8 g. The dark-necked tailorbird is a songbird species.
About the Dark-necked Tailorbird
The dark-necked tailorbird is a songbird species. Formerly placed in the "Old World warbler" assemblage, it is now placed in the family Cisticolidae.
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Where it lives
When to see it
The Dark-necked Tailorbird can be seen all year round, with peak activity in March. It is a resident species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- What does a Dark-necked Tailorbird look like?
- The dark-necked tailorbird is a songbird species.
- How big is a Dark-necked Tailorbird?
- The Dark-necked Tailorbird is a tiny sized bird weighing about 8 g.
- Where can you see a Dark-necked Tailorbird?
- The Dark-necked Tailorbird occurs in 13 countries, including Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Cambodia and Vietnam.
- What birds look similar to a Dark-necked Tailorbird?
- The Dark-necked Tailorbird is most easily confused with the Ashy Tailorbird, the Rufous-tailed Tailorbird and the Olive-backed Tailorbird.
- Is the Dark-necked Tailorbird endangered?
- The Dark-necked Tailorbird is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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