The Spot-breasted Babbler is a secretive ground-dwelling bird characterized by its heavily spotted breast. It prefers dense, damp forest undergrowth in montane regions.
Where to spot
Endemic to the island of Sri Lanka and the Western Ghats of India. It inhabits dense undergrowth in wet evergreen forests, particularly in hilly and montane areas.
How to spot
Listen for its characteristic loud, repetitive, and ringing 'chok-chok-chok' or 'pok-pok-pok' calls. Look for its spotted breast as it skulks quietly on or near the forest floor, often near streams or damp areas.
When to spot
Resident year-round. Most vocal during the breeding season, which corresponds with local monsoon periods. Early mornings and late afternoons are generally best for observation.
Where to spot
Endemic to the island of Sri Lanka and the Western Ghats of India. It inhabits dense undergrowth in wet evergreen forests, particularly in hilly and montane areas.
How to spot
Listen for its characteristic loud, repetitive, and ringing 'chok-chok-chok' or 'pok-pok-pok' calls. Look for its spotted breast as it skulks quietly on or near the forest floor, often near streams or damp areas.
When to spot
Resident year-round. Most vocal during the breeding season, which corresponds with local monsoon periods. Early mornings and late afternoons are generally best for observation.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Its distinct, bold spotting on the breast provides excellent camouflage among the leaf litter and dappled light of the forest floor.
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