Orthotomus atrogularis
The Dark-necked Tailorbird, Orthotomus atrogularis, is a captivating and diminutive passerine belonging to the Cisticolidae family, renowned for its distinctive plumage and an extraordinary nest-building strategy. Measuring approximately 11-13 cm in length and weighing a mere 6-10 grams, this species is characterized by its bright olive-green back, a striking grey head, a diagnostic black throat and upper breast, and a clean white belly, often complemented by rufous undertail coverts. Its lon...
Found primarily in the dense undergrowth of tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, secondary growth, and bamboo thickets, often at elevations up to 1,200 meters.
Primarily insectivorous, feeding on a wide array of small invertebrates including caterpillars, beetles, ants, and spiders, gleaned from foliage.
This active and often secretive bird is largely diurnal, constantly foraging within the dense foliage of the forest understory. It employs a gleaning foraging strategy, meticulously picking small invertebrates from leaves and branches with rapid, jerky movements. Dark-necked Tailorbirds are highl...
The Dark-necked Tailorbird is a widespread resident species across a significant portion of Southeast Asia, exhibiting no migratory movements. Its breeding range encompasses northeastern India (primarily Assam), Bangladesh, and extends eastward through Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, and Vietn...
Least Concern
- The Dark-necked Tailorbird is one of the few bird species known to 'sew' its nest, using plant fibers or spider silk to stitch living leaves together, a feat of avian engineering. - Despite its small size, its song is remarkably loud and far-carrying, a series of rapid, repetitive notes that ec...