Little Grassbird

Little Grassbird

Poodytes gramineus

Least Concern

Aves · Passeriformes · Locustellidae

About

The little grassbird is a species of Old World warbler in the family Locustellidae. It is found in Australia and in West Papua, Indonesia. These sexually monomorphic birds are found in reed beds, rushes, lignum swamps and salt marshes of Southeastern Australia.

Fun Fact

The little grassbird is an inconspicuous and dull-coloured bird that is heard more regularly than it is seen, known for readily engaging in conversation with people.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Lives in dense wetland vegetation, sedges, reeds and rank grass.

Diet

Feed on insects and small arthropods, usually remaining in densely covered areas of vegetation and living nomadically with no regular migration patterns.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance