Mixornis flavicollis
The Grey-cheeked Tit-Babbler (Mixornis flavicollis) is a small, energetic passerine renowned for its constant activity and distinctive vocalizations. Averaging 11-13 cm in length and weighing around 8-12 grams, this bird exhibits a vibrant plumage characterized by yellowish-olive upperparts, bright yellow underparts, and a prominent grey cheek patch that gives the species its common name. Its throat and upper breast are often heavily streaked with black, a key field mark alongside a short tai...
This species primarily inhabits tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, secondary growth, bamboo thickets, and dense scrubland, typically found from sea level up to elevations of around 1,000 meters.
Primarily insectivorous, the Grey-cheeked Tit-Babbler feeds on small insects and spiders, which it gleans from leaves and bark.
The Grey-cheeked Tit-Babbler is a highly diurnal and restless bird, rarely staying still for long. It typically forages in small, noisy flocks of 3-10 individuals, often joining mixed-species foraging parties, moving rapidly through dense undergrowth and canopy. Its foraging strategy involves gle...
The Grey-cheeked Tit-Babbler is a widespread resident species across a broad swathe of Southeast Asia. Its range extends from extreme southern Myanmar and peninsular Thailand, eastward through Laos, Cambodia, and Vietnam. It is also found throughout the Malay Peninsula, and across the major Sunda...
Least Concern
- The Grey-cheeked Tit-Babbler is often observed hanging upside down while foraging, showcasing its remarkable agility. - Despite its 'babbler' classification, it is one of the smaller members of this diverse group, known for its tit-like movements. - They are highly social birds, rarely encounte...