African Hill-babbler
Sylvia abyssinica
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Least Concern
Wingspan
13.3 cm
Weight
19.5 g
Family
Sylviidae
Order
Passeriformes
About
The African Hill-babbler weighs about 20g and is found in montane forests and shrubby hillsides of East Africa. It forages actively for insects and berries in dense vegetation at higher elevations.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 13.3 cm | 5.2 in |
| Weight | 19.5 g | 0.69 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 | Sylviidae (Old World Warblers) |
| Genus | Sylvia |
| Species | Sylvia abyssinica |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the African Hill-babbler endangered?
The African Hill-babbler has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the African Hill-babbler nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the African Hill-babbler?
The African Hill-babbler has a wingspan of 13.3 cm, weight of 19.5 g.
What order and family does the African Hill-babbler belong to?
The African Hill-babbler (Sylvia abyssinica) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Sylviidae.
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