Mindanao Pygmy-Babbler
Dasycrotapha plateni
Near ThreatenedAves · Passeriformes · Zosteropidae
About
The Mindanao pygmy babbler is a bird species endemic to the Philippines. It had been placed in the family Timaliidae, but it is a close relative of the white-eyes, however, and many taxonomists now place it in the family Zosteropidae..
Fun Fact
Its natural habitats are tropical moist lowland forests and tropical moist montane forests up to 1,100 meters above sea level.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Found in breeding condition with enlarged gonads in March and May which is in line with the general breeding season of Philippine forest birds.
Diet
Feeds on small insects and small fruits.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Hunting and Collection
- Climate Change