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Biak Monarch
Symposiachrus brehmii
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Near Threatened
Wingspan
15.0 cm
Weight
41.0 g
Family
Monarchidae
Order
Passeriformes
About
The Biak Monarch is a near-threatened monarch flycatcher endemic to Biak and Numfoor islands in West Papua, Indonesia. It has black and white plumage typical of monarchs, with the male showing glossy blue-black upperparts. It inhabits forest and forest edges, and its restricted island range makes it vulnerable to habitat disturbance.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 15.0 cm | 5.9 in |
| Weight | 41.0 g | 1.45 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 | Symposiachrus |
| Species | Symposiachrus brehmii |
Distribution
Biak Monarch has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Biak Monarch endangered?
The Biak Monarch has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How big is the Biak Monarch?
The Biak Monarch has a wingspan of 15.0 cm, weight of 41.0 g.
What order and family does the Biak Monarch belong to?
The Biak Monarch (Symposiachrus brehmii) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Monarchidae.
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