Black Babbler vs Javan Scimitar-babbler
Melanocichla lugubris compared with Pomatorhinus montanus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black Babbler | Javan Scimitar-babbler |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Melanocichla lugubris | Pomatorhinus montanus |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Timaliidae | Timaliidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | — | 17.0 cm (6.7 in) |
| Weight | 87.45 g (3.08 oz) | 29.675000000000004 g (1.05 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2 | 2-5 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Black Babbler
Vulnerable
Javan Scimitar-babbler
About These Birds
Black Babbler
The Black Babbler is a large, entirely dark babbler of the rainforest understory in West and Central Africa. It has entirely glossy black plumage and forages in small noisy groups on the forest floor and in dense undergrowth, feeding on insects, seeds, and small fruits. It is more often heard than seen.