Order Passeriformes Genus Orthotomus Higher classification Tailorbird | Phylum Chordata Scientific name Orthotomus samarensis Rank Species | |
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Similar Rufous‑fronted tailorbird, Grey‑backed tailorbird, Philippine tailorbird, White‑eared tailorbird, Tailorbird |
The yellow-breasted tailorbird (Orthotomus samarensis) is a species of passerine bird formerly placed in the "Old World warbler" assemblage, but now placed in the family Cisticolidae.
Distribution
The species is endemic to Samar, Leyte and Bohol, Philippines. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests. It is threatened by habitat loss.
References
Yellow-breasted tailorbird Wikipedia(Text) CC BY-SA