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Black-capped Babbler
Pellorneum nigrocapitatum
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Least Concern
Wingspan
13.5 cm
Weight
29.0 g
Family
Pellorneidae
Order
Passeriformes
About
The Black-capped Babbler is a secretive, ground-dwelling babbler of lowland rainforests in the Thai-Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, and Borneo, with a distinctive black cap contrasting with its olive-brown back and buff underparts. It inhabits dense forest undergrowth, often near streams, feeding on insects, small invertebrates, and fallen seeds on the forest floor.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 13.5 cm | 5.3 in |
| Weight | 29.0 g | 1.02 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Pellorneidae |
| Genus | Pellorneum |
| Species | Pellorneum nigrocapitatum |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Black-capped Babbler endangered?
The Black-capped Babbler has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Black-capped Babbler nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Black-capped Babbler?
The Black-capped Babbler has a wingspan of 13.5 cm, weight of 29.0 g.
What order and family does the Black-capped Babbler belong to?
The Black-capped Babbler (Pellorneum nigrocapitatum) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Pellorneidae.
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