Negros striped babbler

Zosterornis nigrorum

The Negros striped babbler is a small bird species found in the Philippines. It is characterized by its distinctive black and white striped plumage and a slender, curved bill. These birds are typically found in dense undergrowth and thickets in lowland and montane forests. They are known for their melodious and varied songs, often heard during the early morning and late afternoon. The Negros striped babbler is an insectivorous species, foraging for small insects and invertebrates in the leaf litter and vegetation. Due to habitat loss and fragmentation, this species is facing threats to its population and is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN.

Habitat: Lowland and montane forests