Golden-bellied Gerygone

Gerygone sulphurea

Family: Gerygones, Thornbills, Scrubwrens, and Allies · Status: Very common resident · Size: 10–10.5 cm · Conservation: Least Concern

Range

Resident across the Malay Peninsula, Sundas, Philippines, and Sulawesi.

Identification

Sexes similar. Yellow underparts, greyish brown above. Dark cheeks and ear coverts strongly contrast with the yellowish throat, giving a strong hooded appearance.

Habitat

Occurs in most habitats with trees, including highly urbanised landscapes.

Behaviour

Keeps to the canopy and is often more heard than seen. A known brood host of the Little Bronze Cuckoo.