Arfak Astrapia vs Trumpet Manucode
Astrapia nigra compared with Phonygammus keraudrenii
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Arfak Astrapia | Trumpet Manucode |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Astrapia nigra | Phonygammus keraudrenii |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Paradisaeidae | Paradisaeidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 35.8 cm (14.1 in) | 31.8 cm (12.5 in) |
| Weight | 190.0 g (6.70 oz) | 170.5 g (6.01 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 1-2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Arfak Astrapia
Least Concern
Trumpet Manucode
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.