Lorentz's Whistler
NameLorentz's Whistler
Common NameLorentz's Whistler
Scientific NamePachycephala lorentzi
FamilyPachycephalidae
Wingspan (cm)25
Length (cm)17
Weight (g)25
Plumage DetailsThe head and nape are dark grey, contrasting with a pale grey throat and upper breast. The back, wings, and tail are olive-green, with the flight feathers appearing darker. The belly and vent are a bright yellowish-green.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a series of loud, clear whistles, often described as a 'wee-wee-wee-wee-wit' or similar rhythmic phrases.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the montane and subalpine forests of New Guinea, primarily found in the central highlands.
Identifying Featuresgrey head and nape, pale grey throat, olive-green back and wings, yellowish-green belly, stout, dark bill
Description
Lorentz's Whistler is a medium-sized passerine characterized by its grey head, olive-green upperparts, and yellowish underparts. It typically forages in the understory and mid-canopy of montane forests, often alone or in mixed-species flocks.
