Banded Broadbill
NameBanded Broadbill
Common NameBanded Broadbill
Scientific NameEurylaimus javanicus
FamilyEurylaimidae
Wingspan (cm)28
Length (cm)22.5
Weight (g)75
Plumage DetailsAdults have a black head and upper back, a broad pale blue bill with a black tip, and a narrow black collar. The wings feature a prominent broad yellow band across the coverts, contrasting with black flight feathers. Underparts are reddish-chestnut, fading to pinkish on the belly. Females are similar but generally duller.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a series of loud, whistling, frog-like croaks or trills, often descending in pitch and becoming faster towards the end.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound throughout Southeast Asia, including Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam, Peninsular Malaysia, Sumatra, Java, and Borneo.
Identifying FeaturesLarge, broad, pale blue bill, Black head and upper back, Bright yellow wing bars, Reddish-chestnut underparts, Frog-like vocalizations
Description
The Banded Broadbill is a strikingly colorful bird with a large, broad, pale blue bill. It typically perches quietly in the mid-canopy of tropical forests, feeding on insects. Its vibrant plumage makes it a distinctive sight in its habitat.
