Black Berrypecker
Melanocharis nigra
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<birdfyi-bird slug="melanocharis-nigra"></birdfyi-bird>The Black Berrypecker (Melanocharis nigra) is a bird species in the family Melanocharitidae, within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 12.4 cm and a weight of 13.6 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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À propos
The Black Berrypecker is a small, all-black bird endemic to the forests of New Guinea, with the male uniformly glossy black and the female brownish with pale underparts. It inhabits mid-montane and lower montane forests across the main island and some satellite ranges. It feeds on berries and small fruits, playing a role in seed dispersal within its forest habitat.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 12,4 cm | 4.9 in |
| Poids | 13,64 g | 0.48 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: CP.
Taille de la couvée
1-2
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Famille | Melanocharitidae |
| Genus | Melanocharis |
| Espèces | Melanocharis nigra |
Distribution
Black Berrypecker has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Melanocharitidae family