Sikkim Wedge-billed Babbler
Stachyris humei
黑胸楔嘴穗鹛
Introduction
A species of Old World babbler family (Timaliidae) endemic to the eastern Himalayas and adjacent regions. Its range extends across Bhutan, India, Myanmar, and Nepal. Inhabits subtropical and tropical moist lowland and montane forests. Occupies the understorey of broadleaf evergreen forest and bamboo at elevations of 900–1,950 meters, with westward-facing slopes preferred in Bhutan. Descends to lower elevations during winter. Occurs in small parties and feeds primarily on insects, particularly woodlice and boring beetles. Classified as becoming rare due to habitat loss.
Distribution & Habitat
Found throughout the Indian subcontinent and adjacent parts of Southeast Asia, including Bhutan, India, Myanmar, and Nepal. Inhabits subtropical and tropical moist lowland forests and subtropical or tropical moist montane forests. Elevation range typically 900–1,950 meters, with individuals moving to lower elevations during the winter months. Shows preference for westward-facing slopes in Bhutan.
Behavior & Ecology
Forages in small parties in the forest understorey. Diet consists primarily of insects, with particular preference for woodlice and boring beetles. Occupies broadleaf evergreen forest and bamboo habitats within its elevational range. No specific vocalization or breeding information provided in available sources.
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Taxonomy
- Order
- Passeriformes
- Family
- Timaliidae
- Genus
- Stachyris
- eBird Code
- wbwbab1
Distribution
Himalayas from Sikkim to northern Assam (north of the Brahmaputra)
Data Sources
CBR Notes: 中文名由黑胸楔嘴鹩鹛改为黑胸楔嘴穗鹛
Species description from Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0.
Bird images and sounds sourced from GBIF, contributed by citizen scientists worldwide under Creative Commons licenses.
Taxonomy data from AviList 2025.