Palau Bush Warbler

Hypsipetes aureus

The Palau Bush Warbler (Hypsipetes aureus) is a small passerine bird native to the Palau Islands in the western Pacific Ocean. It is characterized by its olive-brown upperparts, yellowish underparts, and a distinctive white ring around the eye. This species is known for its melodious and varied songs, often heard in the dense undergrowth of the island's forests. The Palau Bush Warbler forages for insects and small invertebrates in the forest understory, using its slender bill to probe for food. Due to its restricted range and habitat loss, this species is considered vulnerable to extinction.

Habitat: Dense forest understory