Temminck's Babbler
A species of Typical Ground-babblers Scientific name : Pellorneum pyrrogenys Genus : Typical Ground-babblers
Temminck's Babbler, A species of Typical Ground-babblers
Botanical name: Pellorneum pyrrogenys
Genus: Typical Ground-babblers
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Description
Temminck's babbler (Pellorneum pyrrogenys) is a species of bird in the family Pellorneidae. It is found in Borneo and Java. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forest. This bird's common name commemorates the Dutch naturalist Coenraad Jacob Temminck.
Size
15 cm
Nest Placement
Ground
Feeding Habits
Temminck's Babbler primarily consumes ants and large insects. It employs a hopping method while foraging on the ground and among undergrowth. Temminck's Babbler also feeds on items from plant stems and leaf undersides, occasionally venturing up vine-draped trees.
Habitat
The habitat of temminck's Babbler encompasses the undergrowth of primary forests and dense vegetation at the peripheries of clearings. Generally found across lowland and lower montane forests, these birds thrive in regions characterized by thick, lush plant growth that offers both food sources and protection.
Dite type
Insectivorous
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Feeding Habits
Bird food type
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Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Jungle babblers Genus
Typical Ground-babblers Species
Temminck's Babbler