Halmahera Cuckoo-shrike
NameHalmahera Cuckoo-shrike
Common NameHalmahera Cuckoo-shrike
Scientific NameEdolisoma parvulum
FamilyCampephagidae
Wingspan (cm)32
Length (cm)21
Weight (g)35
Plumage DetailsAdults are uniformly dark grey, with a slightly paler grey on the underparts and a darker, almost blackish, tone on the wings and tail. There is little to no sexual dimorphism in plumage.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations consist of clear, whistled notes, often delivered in a descending series, such as 'pee-oo, pee-oo' or 'tew-tew-tew'.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeThis species is endemic to Halmahera and its satellite islands, including Bacan, Morotai, and Obi, within Indonesia.
Identifying FeaturesUniformly dark grey plumage, Medium size, Stout bill, Endemic to Halmahera and nearby islands, Typical cuckoo-shrike shape
Description
The Halmahera Cuckoo-shrike is a medium-sized, uniformly grey passerine bird endemic to the forests of Halmahera and surrounding islands. It typically forages for insects in the canopy and subcanopy layers of the forest.
