Grey Friarbird
Philemon kisserensis
The Grey Friarbird (Philemon kisserensis) is a legendary honeyeater found only in Indonesia, weighing about 63 g. The grey friarbird is a species of bird in the family Meliphagidae.
About the Grey Friarbird
The grey friarbird is a species of bird in the family Meliphagidae. It is endemic to the southern Moluccas: Kisar, Leti and Moa islands.
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Where it lives
When to see it
Best months: October, November, with peak activity in October. It is a passage migrant species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- What does a Grey Friarbird look like?
- The grey friarbird is a species of bird in the family Meliphagidae.
- How big is a Grey Friarbird?
- The Grey Friarbird is a medium sized bird weighing about 63 g.
- Where can you see a Grey Friarbird?
- The Grey Friarbird is endemic to Indonesia, which is the only country where it occurs.
- What birds look similar to a Grey Friarbird?
- The Grey Friarbird is most easily confused with the Morotai Friarbird, the New Ireland Friarbird and the Brass's Friarbird.
- Is the Grey Friarbird endangered?
- The Grey Friarbird is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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