Black Babbler vs Tawny-breasted Wren-babbler
Melanocichla lugubris compared with Spelaeornis longicaudatus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black Babbler | Tawny-breasted Wren-babbler |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Melanocichla lugubris | Spelaeornis longicaudatus |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Timaliidae | Timaliidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | — | 10.6 cm (4.2 in) |
| Weight | 87.45 g (3.08 oz) | 12.0 g (0.42 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2 | 4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Black Babbler
Near Threatened
Tawny-breasted Wren-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.