Maroon-backed Whistler
Coracornis raveni
The Maroon-backed Whistler (Coracornis raveni) is a legendary whistler found only in Indonesia, weighing about 36 g. The maroon-backed whistler is a species of bird in the family Pachycephalidae.
About the Maroon-backed Whistler
The maroon-backed whistler is a species of bird in the family Pachycephalidae. It is endemic to Sulawesi, Indonesia. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forests. Some authorities have classified the maroon-backed whistler in the genus Pachycephala. Alternate names include the Rano Rano whistler and Raven's whistler.
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Where it lives
When to see it
Best months: April, June, July, August, September, October, with peak activity in July. It is a variable species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- What does a Maroon-backed Whistler look like?
- The maroon-backed whistler is a species of bird in the family Pachycephalidae.
- How big is a Maroon-backed Whistler?
- The Maroon-backed Whistler is a small sized bird weighing about 36 g.
- Where can you see a Maroon-backed Whistler?
- The Maroon-backed Whistler is endemic to Indonesia, which is the only country where it occurs.
- What birds look similar to a Maroon-backed Whistler?
- The Maroon-backed Whistler is most easily confused with the Sangihe Whistler.
- Is the Maroon-backed Whistler endangered?
- The Maroon-backed Whistler is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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