The Asian Stubtail is a very small, short-tailed warbler with brownish upperparts, a pale supercilium, and a distinctive scaling pattern on its crown. It is a migratory species.
Where to spot
Breeds in dense coniferous or mixed forests in parts of Northeast Asia, migrating to Southeast Asia for the winter.
How to spot
Listen for its distinctive, high-pitched song and calls, often heard from low in dense vegetation. It is shy and typically stays in thick cover, so patience is required.
When to spot
Best observed during the breeding season (late spring to summer) in its northern range, and during migration or winter in its southern range.
Where to spot
Breeds in dense coniferous or mixed forests in parts of Northeast Asia, migrating to Southeast Asia for the winter.
How to spot
Listen for its distinctive, high-pitched song and calls, often heard from low in dense vegetation. It is shy and typically stays in thick cover, so patience is required.
When to spot
Best observed during the breeding season (late spring to summer) in its northern range, and during migration or winter in its southern range.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Its extremely short tail and 'scaled' crown pattern are key identifiers for this elusive forest floor dwelling bird.
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