Stephanie's Astrapia
NameStephanie's Astrapia
Common NameStephanie's Astrapia
Scientific NameAstrapia stephaniae
FamilyParadisaeidae
Wingspan (cm)38
Length (cm)68.5
Weight (g)165
Plumage DetailsMales feature an iridescent blue-green head, velvety black body, and two extremely long, ribbon-like black tail streamers with white shafts. Prominent orange-rufous flank tufts are also characteristic. Females are duller, mostly dark brown with a shorter tail.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a variety of harsh, guttural notes, whistles, and chattering sounds, often described as a 'whistling-chatter' or 'whistling-gurgle'.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the central highlands of Papua New Guinea.
Identifying FeaturesLong, ribbon-like tail streamers (males), Iridescent blue-green head, Orange-rufous flank tufts, Velvety black body
Description
Stephanie's Astrapia is a striking bird-of-paradise known for its exceptionally long tail streamers in males and iridescent plumage. It inhabits montane forests, where it forages for fruits and insects.
