Sula Cicadabird
NameSula Cicadabird
Common NameSula Cicadabird
Scientific NameEdolisoma sula
FamilyCampephagidae
Wingspan (cm)28
Length (cm)21
Weight (g)40
Plumage DetailsMales are uniformly dark grey across the entire body, sometimes appearing almost blackish, with slightly paler underparts. Females are similar but may be slightly paler overall. The bill and legs are dark.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a series of high-pitched, whistled notes, often described as 'tew-tew-tew' or 'twee-twee-twee' phrases.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Sula Islands (Taliabu, Mangole, Sanana) and Banggai Islands (Peleng) in Indonesia.
Identifying FeaturesUniform dark grey plumage, Medium size with a slender build, Found exclusively in the Sula and Banggai Islands, Typical cuckooshrike body shape
Description
The Sula Cicadabird is a medium-sized, rather plain grey bird endemic to the Sula and Banggai Islands of Indonesia. It typically forages in the canopy and subcanopy of forests, often moving deliberately through the foliage in search of insects.
