Ochre-collared Monarch
NameOchre-collared Monarch
Common NameOchre-collared Monarch
Scientific NameArses insularis
FamilyMonarchidae
Wingspan (cm)20
Length (cm)15.5
Weight (g)13.5
Plumage DetailsMales display a prominent, erectile bright ochre-yellow crest and a broad ochre-yellow collar. The back, wings, and tail are glossy black, contrasted by a broad white band across the wing coverts and white underparts. A distinctive pale blue eye-ring encircles the eye.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a series of sharp, churring notes often delivered rapidly, as well as harsh scolding calls.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to New Guinea, found in the lowland rainforests of the northern and western parts of the island.
Identifying FeaturesBright ochre-yellow erectile crest, Broad ochre-yellow collar, Glossy black upperparts with white wing band, White underparts, Prominent pale blue eye-ring
Description
The Ochre-collared Monarch is a strikingly colored small passerine known for its vibrant plumage and active foraging behavior. It typically moves through the understory and mid-story of tropical forests, gleaning insects from foliage and bark.
