Black Monarch
Symposiachrus axillaris
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The Black Monarch is a small, entirely glossy black flycatcher with a slender bill and an upright posture. It inhabits montane rainforests of New Guinea, foraging through the forest interior and midstory for insects caught in sallies or gleaned from foliage. It is often found in mixed-species flocks that move through the forest understorey.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 15.5 cm | 6.1 in |
| Weight | 14.816666666666668 g | 0.52 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Clutch Size
1-2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Monarchidae (Monarch Flycatchers) |
| Genus | Symposiachrus |
| Species | Symposiachrus axillaris |
Distribution
Black Monarch has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Monarchidae family