Black-breasted Boatbill
Machaerirhynchus nigripectus
The Black-breasted Boatbill (Machaerirhynchus nigripectus) is a rare boatbill found in 2 countries, weighing about 12 g. The black-breasted boatbill is a species of bird in the family Machaerirhynchidae.
About the Black-breasted Boatbill
The black-breasted boatbill is a species of bird in the family Machaerirhynchidae. It is found in New Guinea. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forests. It is most commonly seen alone, but sometimes in pairs or mixed-species flocks. It is non-migratory.
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Where it lives
When to see it
Best months: June, July, August, September, October, November, December, with peak activity in August. It is a variable species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- What does a Black-breasted Boatbill look like?
- The black-breasted boatbill is a species of bird in the family Machaerirhynchidae.
- How big is a Black-breasted Boatbill?
- The Black-breasted Boatbill is a tiny sized bird weighing about 12 g.
- Where can you see a Black-breasted Boatbill?
- The Black-breasted Boatbill occurs in 2 countries, including Papua New Guinea and Indonesia.
- What birds look similar to a Black-breasted Boatbill?
- The Black-breasted Boatbill is most easily confused with the Yellow-breasted Boatbill.
- Is the Black-breasted Boatbill endangered?
- The Black-breasted Boatbill is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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