Mountain Mouse-warbler

The Mountain Mouse-warbler, known scientifically as Origma robusta, is a bird that belongs to the Acanthizidae family. This avian species exhibits a robust constitution and is recognized for its affinity to the montane forest regions.

Identification Tips

When attempting to identify the Mountain Mouse-warbler, one should look for a bird that was previously classified under the genus Crateroscelis but has since been reclassified to Origma following a molecular phylogenetic study in 2018.

Habitat

The natural habitat of the Mountain Mouse-warbler is the subtropical or tropical moist montane forests, where it thrives amidst the dense foliage.

Distribution

This bird is indigenous to the regions of Indonesia and Papua New Guinea, where it is commonly found at higher elevations within its habitat range.

Conservation status

The IUCN Red List has assessed the Mountain Mouse-warbler as being of Least Concern, indicating that, currently, there are no immediate threats to its population numbers that would warrant a higher level of conservation priority.

Taxonomy

The species Origma robusta encompasses several subspecies, which include O. r. peninsularis, O. r. bastille, O. r. diamondi, O. r. deficiens, O. r. sanfordi, and the nominate O. r. robusta. Each of these subspecies may exhibit slight variations that contribute to the rich tapestry of biodiversity within the species.