Jungle Babbler
Argya striata
Least ConcernAves · Passeriformes · Leiothrichidae
About
The jungle babbler is a member of the family Leiothrichidae found in the Indian subcontinent. Jungle babblers are gregarious birds that forage in small groups of six to ten birds, a habit that has given them the popular name of "Seven Sisters" in urban Northern India, and in Bengali, with cognates in other regional languages which also mean "seven brothers".
Fun Fact
The jungle babbler is a common resident breeding bird in most parts of the Indian subcontinent and is often seen in gardens within large cities as well as in forested areas.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Found in the Indus River plains of Pakistan and extends into Rajasthan and the Rann of Kutch in India.
Diet
Feed mainly on insects, but also eat grains, nectar and berries.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance