Sri Lanka bush warbler facts for kids
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The Sri Lanka bush warbler (Elaphrornis palliseri) is a special bird that lives only in Sri Lanka. It is also known as the Ceylon bush warbler or Palliser's warbler. This bird is the only type of bush warbler found in Sri Lanka. It is an endemic resident, meaning it lives there all the time and is not found anywhere else in the world.
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About the Sri Lanka Bush Warbler
What's in a Name?
The Sri Lanka bush warbler was once thought to belong to a group of birds called Bradypterus. However, new studies show it's a bit different. It has a shorter tail and a longer beak. Its feathers are plain, and its song is unique.
This bird is monotypic. This means it is the only species in its group, or genus, called Elaphrornis. The bird was named after Captain Edward Palliser. He was a collector who helped discover many species in Sri Lanka. The bird was officially described by Edward Blyth in 1851.
Where It Lives
The Sri Lanka bush warbler is a bird that loves dense forests. It often lives near water. You can find it in the high mountains of central Sri Lanka. It usually lives above 1,200 meters (about 4,000 feet) in elevation.
Nesting and Eggs
This warbler builds its nest inside a shrub. The female bird usually lays two eggs.
What It Looks Like
This is a medium-sized warbler, about 14 centimeters (5.5 inches) long. Adult birds have plain brown feathers on their backs. Their undersides are a pale grey color. They have a wide tail and short wings.
Special Features
You might notice a faint pale stripe above its eye. Its throat has a slight orange tint. Male and female birds look very similar. However, young birds do not have the orange color on their throats.
Its Behavior and Song
The Sri Lanka bush warbler is a shy bird. It likes to hide low in the plants. This makes it very hard to spot! Like most warblers, it eats insects.
Where to Spot It
One of the best places to try and see this bird is Horton Plains National Park in Sri Lanka.
Its Special Song
Often, people only know a male warbler is nearby because of its loud song. It makes an explosive sound that sounds like "queet!"
