Palau Cicadabird
NamePalau Cicadabird
Common NamePalau Cicadabird
Scientific NameEdolisoma monacha
FamilyCampephagidae
Wingspan (cm)32
Length (cm)21
Weight (g)35
Plumage DetailsAdult males are entirely dark slate-grey, appearing almost blackish, with slightly darker flight feathers. Females are similar but may be slightly paler. The bill and legs are dark.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include soft, whistled notes and a distinctive buzzing trill, reminiscent of a cicada, which gives the bird its common name.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the islands of Palau, an island nation in Micronesia.
Identifying FeaturesUniform dark slate-grey plumage, Medium size, Dark bill and legs, Endemic to Palau
Description
The Palau Cicadabird is a medium-sized, uniformly dark slate-grey bird endemic to the forests of Palau. It typically forages for insects in the canopy and mid-story, often moving deliberately through the foliage.
