White-browed Babbler
Pomatostomus superciliosus
The White-browed Babbler (Pomatostomus superciliosus) is a uncommon australasian babbler found only in Australia, weighing about 42 g. The white-browed babbler is a small, gregarious species of bird in the family Pomatostomidae.
About the White-browed Babbler
The white-browed babbler is a small, gregarious species of bird in the family Pomatostomidae. They are endemic to the open woodlands and shrubby areas of central and southern Australia. The Latin name superciliosus refers to the supercilium, or 'eyebrow', which is a feature synonymous with the pomatostomine babblers.
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How to identify it
Ranging from 17 cm to 21 cm in length, the white-browed babbler is the smallest of the Australian babblers. It is a medium-sized terrestrial bird with a long and decurved bill. The wings are short and rounded in shape, adjacent to a plump, full body which is similar but slightly smaller than the chestnut-crowned or Hall's babbler. The tail is long and graduated, ending with a rounded tip. The gregarious nature of this species means that the tail is often fanned, raised, or a mix of the two. Voice: The most common call heard is a low repeated 'chuck' call, which is thought to be a contact call while foraging. The long-distance call consists of chattering 'mee' sounds repeated three or more times, followed by whistled 'wee-aw' which rises in pitch.
Where it lives
When to see it
The White-browed Babbler can be seen all year round, with peak activity in October. It is a resident species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- How do you identify a White-browed Babbler?
- Ranging from 17 cm to 21 cm in length, the white-browed babbler is the smallest of the Australian babblers. Full identification notes are on this page.
- How big is a White-browed Babbler?
- The White-browed Babbler is a small sized bird weighing about 42 g.
- Where can you see a White-browed Babbler?
- The White-browed Babbler is endemic to Australia, which is the only country where it occurs.
- What birds look similar to a White-browed Babbler?
- The White-browed Babbler is most easily confused with the Grey-crowned Babbler, the Chestnut-crowned Babbler and the Hall's Babbler.
- Is the White-browed Babbler endangered?
- The White-browed Babbler is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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