About the Brown Gerygone
The brown gerygone, previously known as the brown warbler, is a small passerine bird native to eastern coastal Australia. The upper parts of the brown gerygone are a deep olive-grey or olive-brown, while its face and underparts are a much paler grey, cream, or washed-out brown. The tail feathers are dark and may be white-tipped. It is approximately 10 cm in length.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Thornbills and Allies (Acanthizidae) |
| Species | Gerygone mouki |
| Species Codes | broger1, BRGE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Brown Gerygone belong to?
The Brown Gerygone (Gerygone mouki) belongs to the Thornbills and Allies family (Acanthizidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Brown Gerygone?
The brown gerygone, previously known as the brown warbler, is a small passerine bird native to eastern coastal Australia. The upper parts of the brown gerygone are a deep olive-grey or olive-brown, while its face and underparts are a much paler grey, cream, or washed-out brown. The tail feathers are...
Where can I report a Brown Gerygone sighting?
You can log sightings of Brown Gerygone on eBird (ebird.org) using species code broger1, or on iNaturalist.
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