Philippine bush warbler
species of bird
The Philippine bush warbler (Horornis seebohmi), also known as the Luzon bush warbler, is a species of bird in the family Cettiidae.
It was formerly conspecific with the Japanese bush warbler. It is found only in the Philippines in the Cordillera Mountain Range of northern Luzon. It is found in tropical montane forest.
Description and taxonomy
This species was once conspecific with the Japanese bush warbler and differs vocally, through its smaller size, deeper rufous upper back, darker lores and grayer
Ecology and behavior
Presumed to feed on small invertebrates. Typically seen alone foraging in low dense vegetation. This species is very vocal while remaining hidden in the thickets.
Birds in breeding condition with enlarged gonads collected in April. Juveniles have been seen from May to July but otherwise no other information on this species breeding habits.
Habitat and conservation status
It is found in tropical montane pine forests above 800 meters in elevation.
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