Phylloscopus ogilviegranti
The Kloss's Leaf Warbler (*Phylloscopus ogilviegranti*) is a small, vibrant songbird indigenous to the montane forests of Southeast Asia. Measuring approximately 10-11 cm in length, it is characterized by its bright olive-green upperparts, striking lemon-yellow underparts, and a prominent, long yellow supercilium contrasting with a dark eye-stripe. Distinctive field marks include its overall yellowish cast and often two yellowish wing bars, though these can sometimes be faint. Taxonomically, ...
Found primarily in subtropical or tropical moist montane forests, typically at elevations between 1,000 and 2,500 meters.
Mainly insectivorous, feeding on small insects, larvae, and spiders gleaned from foliage and twigs.
Kloss's Leaf Warblers are highly active, diurnal birds, constantly flitting and gleaning through the canopy and sub-canopy layers of their montane forest habitat. Their foraging strategy involves agile movements, often hovering briefly to snatch small insects and larvae from the undersides of lea...
The Kloss's Leaf Warbler is endemic to Southeast Asia, with a breeding and resident range extending across several countries. Its primary distribution includes southern China (specifically Yunnan and Guangxi provinces), Myanmar, Laos, Vietnam, Thailand, and Cambodia. This species predominantly in...
Least Concern
- Named after Harry C. Kloss, a British zoologist and explorer. - Belongs to the diverse genus *Phylloscopus*, comprising over 60 species of 'leaf warblers' known for subtle plumage differences. - Its bright yellow underparts and strong supercilium are key identification features, distinguishing ...