Iraq Babbler

Argya altirostris

Least Concern

Aves · Passeriformes · Leiothrichidae

About

The Iraq babbler is a species of bird in the family Leiothrichidae, native to reed beds of the Tigris-Euphrates Valley. It is found in Iraq, southwestern Iran, Syria, and southeastern Turkey.

Fun Fact

This species was formerly placed in the genus Turdoides but following the publication of a comprehensive molecular phylogenetic study in 2018, it was moved to the resurrected genus Argya.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Native to reed beds of the Tigris-Euphrates Valley.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance