Beijing Babbler

Beijing Babbler

Rhopophilus pekinensis

Least Concern

Aves · Passeriformes · Sylviidae

About

The Beijing babbler, also known as the white-browed Chinese warbler, Chinese hill warbler, or Chinese bush-dweller, is a species of bird in the genus Rhopophilus. It is now thought to be a close relative of the parrotbills and is placed in the family Paradoxornithidae; previously, it was placed in the families Cisticolidae, Timaliidae or Sylviidae. It is found in northern China and North Korea, and formerly occurred in South Korea. The species was first described by Robert Swinhoe in 1868.

Fun Fact

It is now thought to be a close relative of the parrotbills and is placed in the family Paradoxornithidae; previously, it was placed in the families Cisticolidae, Timaliidae or Sylviidae.

Quick Facts

Habitat

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Diet

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Lifespan

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Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance