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Biak Triller

Lalage leucoptera

Near Threatened
Wingspan
20.2 cm
Weight
33.0 g
Family
Campephagidae
Order
Passeriformes

About

The Biak Triller is a near-threatened triller endemic to Biak Island in the Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua. It has black and white patterned plumage typical of trillers in the Lalage genus. It forages in the forest canopy for insects, often joining mixed-species foraging flocks.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 20.2 cm 8.0 in
Weight 33.0 g 1.16 oz

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Near Threatened
IUCN Red List

Taxonomy

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Order Passeriformes (Songbirds)
Family Campephagidae (Cuckooshrikes)
Genus Lalage
Species Lalage leucoptera

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Biak Triller endangered?
The Biak Triller has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How big is the Biak Triller?
The Biak Triller has a wingspan of 20.2 cm, weight of 33.0 g.
What order and family does the Biak Triller belong to?
The Biak Triller (Lalage leucoptera) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Campephagidae.

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