Black-breasted Boatbill
Machaerirhynchus nigripectus
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The Black-breasted Boatbill is a small, distinctive flycatcher of New Guinea's montane forests, named for its wide, flattened bill and bearing a bold black breast band across yellow underparts. It inhabits the undergrowth and mid-story of primary highland forests. It feeds on insects and small invertebrates, sallying from perches and gleaning from foliage.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 12.0 cm | 4.7 in |
| Weight | 11.966666666666669 g | 0.42 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Machaerirhynchidae |
| Genus | Machaerirhynchus |
| Species | Machaerirhynchus nigripectus |
Distribution
Black-breasted Boatbill has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Machaerirhynchidae family