White-browed robin facts for kids
Quick facts for kids White-browed robin |
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Poecilodryas
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superciliosa
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The white-browed robin (Poecilodryas superciliosa) is a small bird found only in north-eastern Australia. It belongs to the Petroicidae family, which includes many types of robins. These birds like to live in forests, woodlands, and bushy areas, often close to water.
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About the White-browed Robin
The famous naturalist John Gould first described the white-browed robin in 1847. Its scientific name, Poecilodryas superciliosa, tells us a bit about it. Poecilodryas comes from ancient Greek words meaning 'spotted' and 'dryad' (a tree spirit). The word superciliosa comes from Latin and means 'eyebrow'. This name fits the bird perfectly, as you'll see!
The white-browed robin is part of the Australasian robin family. These robins are a very old group of songbirds. They are an early branch of the "advanced" songbirds.
What Does It Look Like?
The white-browed robin has a special white mark above its eyes. This mark looks just like an eyebrow, which is how it got its name! Its upper body is a dull olive-brown color. It also has a white patch on its wings.
The underside of the bird is much lighter. Its chest is a pale grey, and its belly is white. The robin has a black beak and dark brown eyes.
Where Does It Live?
This bird lives only in Australia. You can find it from the Cape York Peninsula in the north. Its home range stretches south to the Burdekin River in Queensland.
Reproduction and Life Cycle
White-browed robins usually breed from August or September. Their breeding season can last until February or March. They often raise one or two groups of chicks each season.
The nest is a neat, cup-shaped home. It is made from bark and grass. The birds use Spider webs, feathers, and fur to hold the nest together. They also decorate the outside with lichen or small pieces of bark.
Robins usually build their nests in a tree-fork. They might also choose a hanging vine. The nest is typically a few meters above the ground. The female robin lays two eggs. The eggs are cream or buff in color. They have brown splotches and spots. These marks are usually thicker around the larger end of the egg. Each egg measures about 20 by 15 millimeters.
See also
In Spanish: Petroica cejuda para niños
