Asian Stubtail
Urosphena squameiceps
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The Asian Stubtail is a tiny, secretive warbler found in the forests of eastern Asia, breeding in Siberia and wintering in South and Southeast Asia. Weighing about 9g with a very short wingspan of 10.2cm, it has a characteristically abbreviated tail and scaly head pattern. It creeps mouse-like through dense undergrowth, feeding on small invertebrates.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 10.2 cm | 4.0 in |
| Weight | 9.0 g | 0.32 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Incubation: 13 days.
Clutch Size
3-7
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Cettiidae |
| Genus | Urosphena |
| Species | Urosphena squameiceps |
Distribution
Asian Stubtail has been recorded in 2 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Cettiidae family