Bower's Shrikethrush
NameBower's Shrikethrush
Common NameBower's Shrikethrush
Scientific NameColluricincla boweri
FamilyPachycephalidae
Wingspan (cm)32
Length (cm)21
Weight (g)45
Plumage DetailsThe head and upperparts are dark grey-brown, sometimes with a faint olive wash. The throat is grey, transitioning to rufous-brown on the breast and flanks, becoming paler on the belly. It possesses a dark bill and dark legs.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a variety of rich, melodious whistles and calls, often described as a 'shrieking' or 'whistling' song, sometimes with a 'whip-crack' quality.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Wet Tropics of northeastern Queensland, Australia, primarily found in montane rainforests at elevations above 300 meters.
Identifying FeaturesDark grey-brown upperparts, Rufous-brown underparts, Robust dark bill, Montane rainforest habitat, Melodious whistling calls
Description
The Bower's Shrikethrush is a medium-sized, rather plain bird endemic to the montane rainforests of northeastern Queensland, Australia. It is known for its robust bill and melodious vocalizations, often foraging in the understory and mid-story for invertebrates.
