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Slender-billed Babbler (Argya longirostris)

Slender-billed Babbler

Argya longirostris

VU Vulnerable

High risk of extinction in the wild

Source: IUCN Red List

About the Slender-billed Babbler

The slender-billed babbler (Argya longirostris) is a species of bird in the family Leiothrichidae. It is found in Bangladesh, Nepal, Northeast India and possibly Myanmar. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical seasonally wet or flooded lowland grassland. It is threatened by habitat loss.

Key Facts

  • Vulnerable - facing a high risk of extinction.
  • Rarely spotted - fewer than 100 recorded observations!

Classification

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of the Slender-billed Babbler?

The scientific name of the Slender-billed Babbler is Argya longirostris.

Is the Slender-billed Babbler endangered?

The Slender-billed Babbler is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List.

How many Slender-billed Babbler sightings have been recorded?

26 observations of the Slender-billed Babbler have been recorded on iNaturalist.

26 observations on iNaturalist
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