Compare Western Gerygone, which has thinner bill and slight eyebrow.
WA: Rare
At a glance
FamilyHoneyeaters
SizeTiny
RarityRare
HabitatThe species is found in semi-arid mulga (Acacia aneura) and similar acacia scrublands.
Best timeMost reliable in Northern Territory from July to October.
Sounds
Sound sampleRecorded by Mark Carter
Range map
Range map
169approx hotspots
715approx records
4states
Low confidenceMediumHigh confidence
Aggregated occurance data is sourced from 14 different actively-updating datasets including eBird Australia, iNaturalist Australia, BirdLife Australia, and multiple state-based bird surveys through Atlas of Living Australia.
Species notes
Overview
Usually seen singly or in pairs.
Behavior
Relatively short, decurved bill and extremely plain plumage, gray above, paler gray below, with no obvious field marks other than faint pale tips to some tail feathers.
Gallery
Regional timing
Western Australia
Northern Territory
South Australia
Queensland
Commonly confused with
Crimson ChatEpthianura tricolorNonbreeding male more muted, with only hints of crimson. Female similar to nonbreeding male but paler around the face. Usually seen in small groups hopping along the ground in open areas.→Orange ChatEpthianura aurifronsMale has rich bright orange head and underparts, with a dramatic throat that extends to the dark eye. In flight, the back is slightly paler than the wings. Females plainer, with faint yellowish underparts, yellowish face, and red eye.→