Large Grey Babbler

Argya malcolmi

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Passeriformes · Leiothrichidae

About

The large gray babbler is a member of the family Leiothrichidae found across India and far western Nepal. They are locally common in the scrub, open forest and gardenland. They are usually seen in small groups and are easily distinguished from other babblers in the region by their nasal call and the whitish outer feathers to their long tail. It is one of the largest babblers in the region.

Fun Fact

It is one of the largest babblers in the region.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found throughout the Indian subcontinent, south of the Himalayas, east of the Thar desert until Bihar.

Diet

Feed mainly on insects but also feed on small lizards, molluscs and arachnids.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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