Black-capped Robin vs Red-capped Robin
Heteromyias armiti compared with Petroica goodenovii
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black-capped Robin | Red-capped Robin |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Heteromyias armiti | Petroica goodenovii |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Petroicidae | Petroicidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 19.1 cm (7.5 in) | 12.2 cm (4.8 in) |
| Weight | 36.0 g (1.27 oz) | 8.0 g (0.28 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1 | 2-3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Black-capped Robin
Least Concern
Red-capped Robin
About These Birds
Black-capped Robin
The Black-capped Robin is a small, montane robin-flycatcher endemic to the mountains of southeastern New Guinea, with males displaying a bold black cap contrasting with orange-buff underparts and dark wings. It inhabits montane forests in the Owen Stanley Range and surrounding mountains. It forages in the forest understory and on the ground, feeding on insects and other small invertebrates.