Arfak Astrapia vs Eastern Parotia
Astrapia nigra compared with Parotia helenae
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Arfak Astrapia | Eastern Parotia |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Astrapia nigra | Parotia helenae |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Paradisaeidae | Paradisaeidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 35.8 cm (14.1 in) | — |
| Weight | 190.0 g (6.70 oz) | 160.75 g (5.67 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 1 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Arfak Astrapia
Not Evaluated
Eastern Parotia
About These Birds
Arfak Astrapia
The Arfak Astrapia is a spectacular bird-of-paradise from the Arfak Mountains of western New Guinea, weighing about 190 grams with a wingspan near 36 cm. Males are clothed in iridescent black and green plumage with an extremely long tail used in elaborate courtship displays. It inhabits montane forests where it feeds on fruit and arthropods in the mid-canopy.