The yellow chat ( Epthianura crocea ) is a small passerine bird endemic to Australia.
QLD: Endangered; SA: Vulnerable
Endemic to Australia
At a glance
FamilyHoneyeaters
SizeTiny
RarityUncommon
Habitatherbaceous graminoids closed tussock grasses, woody trees scattered, sparse woodland, herbaceous graminoids open tussock grasses, and herbaceous graminoids sparse hummock grasses
Best timeMost reliable in Western Australia from July to October.
Sounds
Sound sampleRecorded by Louis Masarei
Range map
Range map
84visible hotspots
2510visible records
5states
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
In flight, back is the same tone as the wings and contrasts with the yellow uppertail. Females plainer, with yellowish underparts, grayish face, and pale eye.
Behavior
Olive above, rich bright yellow below, with yellow head and small black chest patch.
Gallery
Regional timing
Northern Territory
New South Wales
South Australia
Western Australia
Queensland
Commonly confused with
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.→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.→