Banasura Chilappan vs Streak-throated Barwing
Montecincla jerdoni compared with Sibia waldeni
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Banasura Chilappan | Streak-throated Barwing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Montecincla jerdoni | Sibia waldeni |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Leiothrichidae | Leiothrichidae |
| Conservation Status | Endangered | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 16.2 cm (6.4 in) | 18.1 cm (7.1 in) |
| Weight | 43.8 g (1.55 oz) | 47.5 g (1.68 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-3 | 2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Endangered
Banasura Chilappan
Least Concern
Streak-throated Barwing
About These Birds
Banasura Chilappan
The Banasura Chilappan is an Endangered passerine restricted to the Western Ghats of southern India, belonging to the family Leiothrichidae. Weighing about 43.8g with a wingspan of 16.2cm, it inhabits dense subtropical forest understory. Its extremely limited range and forest dependence make it highly vulnerable to habitat loss.