The White-eared Babbler is a striking species with a prominent white ear patch and dark streaking on its crown. It is a secretive but vocal resident of dense forest undergrowth.
Where to spot
Found in Peninsular Malaysia, Sumatra, and Borneo. It inhabits lowland and submontane evergreen forests, preferring dense undergrowth, bamboo, and often rocky areas.
How to spot
Look for its prominent white ear patch and dark crown streaking. It moves quietly through dense foliage near the ground. Listen for its rather short, high-pitched, whistled calls, often repeated.
When to spot
Resident year-round. Most active during the early morning and late afternoon. Can be challenging to see due to its skulking nature.
Where to spot
Found in Peninsular Malaysia, Sumatra, and Borneo. It inhabits lowland and submontane evergreen forests, preferring dense undergrowth, bamboo, and often rocky areas.
How to spot
Look for its prominent white ear patch and dark crown streaking. It moves quietly through dense foliage near the ground. Listen for its rather short, high-pitched, whistled calls, often repeated.
When to spot
Resident year-round. Most active during the early morning and late afternoon. Can be challenging to see due to its skulking nature.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
The conspicuous white patch behind its eye, resembling an 'ear,' makes it quite distinctive among the babblers.
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