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Biak Flycatcher
Myiagra atra
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Near Threatened
Wingspan
14.4 cm
Weight
12.3 g
Family
Monarchidae
Order
Passeriformes
About
The Biak Flycatcher is a near-threatened monarch flycatcher endemic to Biak and Numfoor islands in western New Guinea. Males have glossy blue-black upperparts and white underparts, while females are duller. It inhabits forest and forest edges, catching insects in aerial sallies, and is threatened by its very restricted island range.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 14.4 cm | 5.7 in |
| Weight | 12.3 g | 0.43 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
IUCN Red List
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Monarchidae (Monarch Flycatchers) |
| Genus | Myiagra |
| Species | Myiagra atra |
Distribution
Biak Flycatcher has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Biak Flycatcher endangered?
The Biak Flycatcher has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How big is the Biak Flycatcher?
The Biak Flycatcher has a wingspan of 14.4 cm, weight of 12.3 g.
What order and family does the Biak Flycatcher belong to?
The Biak Flycatcher (Myiagra atra) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Monarchidae.
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Black-bibbed Monarch
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Black-chinned Monarch
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Black-faced Monarch
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