Archbold's Bowerbird vs Western Bowerbird
Archboldia papuensis compared with Chlamydera guttata
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Archbold's Bowerbird | Western Bowerbird |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Archboldia papuensis | Chlamydera guttata |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Ptilonorhynchidae | Ptilonorhynchidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 32.4 cm (12.8 in) | 28.3 cm (11.1 in) |
| Weight | 178.25 g (6.29 oz) | 135.0 g (4.76 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1 | 1-2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Archbold's Bowerbird
Least Concern
Western Bowerbird
About These Birds
Archbold's Bowerbird
Archbold's Bowerbird is a large bowerbird from the mountains of New Guinea, weighing about 178 grams with a wingspan near 32 cm. Males build avenue-style bowers decorated with fern fronds and other objects to attract females. This species is notable for frequently incorporating feathers of King of Saxony Bird-of-paradise in its bower decorations.