Canary Flyrobin
NameCanary Flyrobin
Common NameCanary Flyrobin
Scientific NamePachycephalopsis hattamensis
FamilyPetroicidae
Wingspan (cm)20
Length (cm)13.5
Weight (g)17.5
Plumage DetailsThe head and upperparts are olive-brown to olive-green, contrasting sharply with bright yellow underparts, especially on the belly. The wings and tail are also olive-brown.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include high-pitched, thin whistles and 'seep' notes, sometimes forming a trill.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the montane forests of the Vogelkop Peninsula and other western mountain ranges of New Guinea.
Identifying FeaturesSmall size, Olive-brown upperparts, Bright yellow underparts, Short tail, Frequents forest understory
Description
The Canary Flyrobin is a small, olive-yellow bird found in the montane forests of New Guinea. It typically forages in the understory, often flicking its wings and tail as it searches for insects.
