Dark-necked Tailorbird

Orthotomus atrogularis

Family: Cisticolas and Allies · Status: Common resident · Size: 10.5–12 cm · Conservation: Least Concern

Range

Breeds widely across the Oriental region.

Identification

Rufous crown, greyish underparts, black streaks on upper breast, olive upperparts. Told apart from Common Tailorbird by presence of yellow vent.

Habitat

Forests, secondary growth, scrub, degraded forests.

Behaviour

Skulky, flitting between bushes.