Black Pitohui
Melanorectes nigrescens
The Black Pitohui (Melanorectes nigrescens) is a legendary whistler found in 2 countries, weighing about 77 g. The black pitohui is a species of bird in the monotypic genus of Melanorectes in the family Pachycephalidae.
About the Black Pitohui
The black pitohui is a species of bird in the monotypic genus of Melanorectes in the family Pachycephalidae. It is found throughout the highlands of New Guinea. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests.
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Where it lives
When to see it
Best months: June, July, August, September, October, November, December, with peak activity in July. It is a variable species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- What does a Black Pitohui look like?
- The black pitohui is a species of bird in the monotypic genus of Melanorectes in the family Pachycephalidae.
- How big is a Black Pitohui?
- The Black Pitohui is a medium sized bird weighing about 77 g.
- Where can you see a Black Pitohui?
- The Black Pitohui occurs in 2 countries, including Papua New Guinea and Indonesia.
- What birds look similar to a Black Pitohui?
- The Black Pitohui is most easily confused with the Black-headed Whistler, the Vogelkop Whistler and the Samoan Whistler.
- Is the Black Pitohui endangered?
- The Black Pitohui is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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