Baliem Whistler vs Fawn-breasted Whistler

Pachycephala balim compared with Pachycephala orpheus

Side-by-Side Comparison

Attribute Baliem Whistler Fawn-breasted Whistler
Scientific Name Pachycephala balim Pachycephala orpheus
Order Passeriformes Passeriformes
Family Pachycephalidae Pachycephalidae
Conservation Status Not Evaluated Least Concern
Length
Wingspan 14.6 cm (5.7 in)
Weight 15.0 g (0.53 oz)
Diet -- --
Clutch Size -- --
Population Trend

Habitat Comparison

Shared Habitats

Baliem Whistler only

None

Fawn-breasted Whistler only

Conservation Status

Not Evaluated

Baliem Whistler

Least Concern

Fawn-breasted Whistler

About These Birds

Baliem Whistler

The Baliem Whistler is a passerine found in the highland forests of the Baliem Valley in New Guinea, belonging to the family Pachycephalidae. It inhabits montane forest and forest edges in its restricted range. Like other whistlers it is known for its powerful, melodious song and forages for insects and small invertebrates.

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