Striated babbler calling, Bhutan

The striated babbler (Argya earlei) is a species of bird in the family Leiothrichidae. It is found in southern Asia from Pakistan to Myanmar. 24–25 cm; 46–48 g. Long-tailed, fairly large Turdoides babbler, nondescript in shades of pale brown and buff with heavy streaking above, lighter below. The Striated Babbler is a rather handsome looking turdoides with its yellow iris, proportional built (stronger, bulkier and shorter-tailed than Common Babbler), consistent and heavy streaking on upperparts as well as visible streaking on underparts, darker plumage than its congeners and a distinctive, long pale bill. Although occurring in flocks of upto 15 birds, its can remain quite inconspicuous in its habitat when its not calling. It is found in Extensive areas of tall grass, rushes and reedbeds in marshes and swampy areas.

The striated babbler Feeds on insects, snails and vegetable matter. Forages mainly above the ground in grass and reeds. Not globally threatened. Generally fairly common to very common. It is classified as least concern by IUCN.