Passeriformes / Locustellidae / Locustella
Sichuan Bush Warbler
Locustella chengi · 四川短翅蝗莺
Introduction
A small passerine species endemic to central China, inhabiting thick brush and tea plantations in mountainous regions. It is distinguished from its closest relative by specific vocalizations and plumage characteristics.
Description
Relatively small bird with a weight of 10 grams and an average length of 13 cm. Distinguished from the russet bush warbler by plumage differences.
Distribution & Habitat
Found in five mountainous provinces of central China. Prefers elevations below 7,500 feet in thick brush and on tea plantations.
Behavior & Ecology
Emits a long buzz followed by a shorter click, often repeated in series. The song is in a lower frequency than that of the russet bush warbler.
Culture
The scientific name honors Cheng Tso-hsin (Zheng Zuoxin), founder of the Peking Natural History Museum and a prominent Chinese ornithologist.
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Taxonomy
- Order
- Passeriformes
- Family
- Locustellidae
- Genus
- Locustella
Distribution
breeds in southern China (Shaanxi, Sichuan, Guizhou, Hubei, northwestern Hunan, and northwestern Jiangxi); nonbreeding range unknown
Data Sources
CBR Notes: 中文名由四川短翅莺改为四川短翅蝗莺
Species description from Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0.
Taxonomy data from AviList 2025.
