[2][3] The Abyssinian catbird is a fairly small, mostly grey bird with black lores, whitish forehead and chestnut vent.

[5] The Abyssinian catbird is a resident of the Afrotropical realm and is endemic to Ethiopia, meaning that it is exclusively found in that region.

[6] They prefer forested habitats and dry thickets, and so are most commonly found in highland bamboo, juniper, and olive trees.

[9] The Abyssinian catbird is often found in shrubby areas, so it is easy to pick berries or find insects on its daily path.

Oftentimes during the rainy season, the male and female Abyssinian catbirds can be found harmonizing together to make an even more beautiful song.

Their nests, often consisting of a tangle of vines and plant stems, hold two pale-colored, dark-speckled eggs.