This warbler is large and brownish with broad dark streaks to the feathers of the crown and back and can appear almost babbler-like in appearance (easily mistaken for common babbler). The tail is graduated with white tips to the feathers. The rachis of the tail feathers is dark and there are dark ribs to the feathers.
This warbler is substantial and brownish in color, featuring broad dark streaks on its crown and back, which might make it look like a babbler (often mistaken for common babblers). Its tail has graduated white tips. The rachis of the tail feathers are dark with dark ribs to them.