Blackish Cicadabird
Edolisoma coerulescens
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<birdfyi-bird slug="edolisoma-coerulescens"></birdfyi-bird>The Blackish Cicadabird (Edolisoma coerulescens) is a bird species in the family Campephagidae (cuckooshrikes), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 26 cm and a weight of 63.2 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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The Blackish Cicadabird is a medium-sized cicadabird with predominantly dark blackish-gray plumage showing a slight bluish gloss in the male. It inhabits lowland and foothill forests of Sulawesi, the Moluccas, and adjacent Indonesian islands. It feeds on insects gleaned from forest foliage and small fruits, often joining mixed-species foraging flocks.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 26.0 cm | 10.2 in |
| Weight | 63.25 g | 2.23 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Campephagidae (Cuckooshrikes) |
| Genus | Edolisoma |
| Species | Edolisoma coerulescens |
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