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Biak Whistler
Pachycephala melanorhyncha
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Not Evaluated
Weight
37.0 g
Family
Pachycephalidae
Order
Passeriformes
About
The Biak Whistler is a whistler endemic to Biak and Numfoor islands in West Papua, Indonesia. It has the robust build and strong bill typical of whistlers in the Pachycephala genus. It inhabits forest canopy and edges, feeding on large insects and small vertebrates, and produces loud, melodious whistling calls.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 37.0 g | 1.31 oz |
Habitat & Range
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 16-17 days. Fledging: 10-12 days.
Clutch Size
1-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Pachycephalidae |
| Genus | Pachycephala |
| Species | Pachycephala melanorhyncha |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does the Biak Whistler nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 16-17 days. Fledging: 10-12 days.
How big is the Biak Whistler?
The Biak Whistler has a weight of 37.0 g.
What order and family does the Biak Whistler belong to?
The Biak Whistler (Pachycephala melanorhyncha) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Pachycephalidae.
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Bismarck Whistler
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Black-chinned Whistler
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Black-headed Whistler
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Least Concern
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Least Concern
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Least Concern