Fruit-hunter
NameFruit-hunter
Common NameFruit-hunter
Scientific NameChlamydochaera jefferyi
FamilyCampephagidae
Wingspan (cm)30
Length (cm)23
Weight (g)45
Plumage DetailsAdults have a grey body, black facial mask extending from the lores to the ear-coverts, and a prominent black throat band. The forehead, crown, and nape are a distinctive buffy-orange color. Flight feathers are black, and the tail is grey with white tips on the outer feathers.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a series of high-pitched, whistled notes, often described as 'tsee-tsee-tsee' or 'swee-swee-swee'.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the montane forests of Borneo, found in Malaysia (Sabah, Sarawak) and Indonesia (Kalimantan).
Identifying FeaturesGrey plumage, Black facial mask, Buffy-orange crown and nape, Black throat band, White tips on outer tail feathers
Description
The Fruit-hunter is a distinctive medium-sized cuckooshrike endemic to Borneo's montane forests. It is known for its striking grey plumage contrasted with a black mask and buffy-orange head. This species primarily forages for fruits and insects in the forest canopy.
