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Jungle Prinia

Prinia sylvatica

The Jungle Prinia, Prinia sylvatica, presents itself as a modestly sized warbler, measuring approximately 15 cm in length. It is characterized by short, rounded wings and a somewhat elongated tail. The bird's legs are robust, and it sports a short, black bill.

Identification Tips

During the breeding season, adults exhibit a grey-brown plumage on their upper parts, with a conspicuous short white supercilium and a warmer brown rump. The wings, when closed, reveal rufous fringes, and the tail is edged with white. The underparts are a whitish-buff tone. Males can be distinguished by their blacker bills and mouths. In the non-breeding season, the Jungle Prinia takes on a warmer brown hue on the upper parts and a more buff color below. The tail also grows longer. There are four races, each with variations in the shade of their plumage. Notably, the endemic Sri Lankan race, P. s. valida, maintains its summer plumage and shorter tail throughout the year and lacks the supercilium and white tail edges.

Habitat

The Jungle Prinia is typically found in dry open grasslands, open woodlands, and scrub areas. It can also adapt to human-modified environments, such as gardens.

Distribution

This bird is a resident breeder in the Indian subcontinent, with its range extending across Bangladesh, India, the far southwestern part of Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

Behaviour

Insectivorous by nature, the Jungle Prinia is an active forager. It constructs its nest within a shrub or amidst tall grasses. The clutch usually consists of 3 to 5 eggs.

Song & Calls

The vocalization of the Jungle Prinia is a distinctive and repetitive "pit-pretty, pit-pretty, pit-pretty," which can be heard echoing through its habitat.

Similar Species

While the Jungle Prinia may be confused with other warblers in its range, its distinctive breeding plumage, particularly the white supercilium and rufous wing fringes, aid in its identification.

Diet and Feeding

The diet of the Jungle Prinia is primarily composed of insects, which it actively seeks out in its preferred habitats.

Conservation status

The IUCN Red List has classified the Jungle Prinia as Least Concern, indicating that, currently, there are no immediate threats to its population numbers that would warrant a higher risk category.

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