Falcated Wren-Babbler
Ptilocichla falcata
VUVulnerable Endemic to Philippines
- Family
- Ground Babblers and Allies (Pellorneidae)
- Order
- Passeriformes
Overview
The falcated wren-babbler (Ptilocichla falcata) is a species of bird in the family Pellorneidae. It is endemic to Palawan. Its natural habitat is tropical moist lowland forest. It is threatened by habitat loss
Along with the Melodious babbler and Palawan flycatcher, they have been dubbed the Tres Amigos (Spanish) or Three Friends as some of the most sought after birds in Palawan.
Summary from Wikipedia, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Range and habitat
Southwestern Philippines (Balabac and Palawan).
Range description: AviList Global Avian Checklist.
Continents
Countries
Sources and further reading
- Wikipedia: Falcated wren-babbler
- eBird: sightings, maps and photos
- xeno-canto: sound recordings
- Birds of the World: full species account (subscription)
- BirdLife DataZone: status and threats
- IUCN Red List (threat status)
- AviList global checklist (taxonomy)
Last updated September 29, 2026.
