Buff-rumped Thornbill

Cincloramphus rubiginosus

The Buff-rumped Thornbill is a small, insectivorous bird native to Australia. It is characterized by its olive-brown upperparts, buff-colored underparts, and distinctive white streaking on the face. This species is known for its acrobatic foraging behavior, often seen hanging upside down while searching for insects in trees and shrubs. The Buff-rumped Thornbill is typically found in open woodlands, heathlands, and coastal scrub habitats. It is a social bird, often seen in small flocks or mixed-species feeding flocks. Despite facing threats from habitat loss and fragmentation, the conservation status of the Buff-rumped Thornbill is currently classified as Least Concern by the IUCN.

Habitat: Open woodlands, heathlands, coastal scrub