Papuan Frogmouth
Podargus papuensis
The Papuan Frogmouth (Podargus papuensis) is a rare frogmouth found in 3 countries, weighing about 376 g. The Papuan frogmouth is a species of bird in the family Podargidae, found in the Aru Islands, New Guinea, and in Cape York Peninsula, Queensland, Australia.
About the Papuan Frogmouth
The Papuan frogmouth is a species of bird in the family Podargidae, found in the Aru Islands, New Guinea, and in Cape York Peninsula, Queensland, Australia.
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How to identify it
The Papuan frogmouth is the largest of frogmouths in terms of length. Average sizes indicate that it only falls behind the Neotropical great potoo and oilbird (if the latter is a true member of the order) among the largest species in the order Caprimulgiformes. On average these birds are about 53 cm (21 in), with a range of 50 to 60 cm (20 to 24 in). This species was found to average 414 g (14.6 oz) in males and 314 g (11.1 oz) in females, with a total range of 290 to 570 g (10 to 20 oz). The tawny frogmouth is smaller on average than this but is capable of reaching higher maximum weights. Voice: The call is a resonant 'ooom' or a laughing hoot. It is usually heard after dusk and before dawn.
Where it lives
When to see it
Best months: January, May, 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
- How do you identify a Papuan Frogmouth?
- The Papuan frogmouth is the largest of frogmouths in terms of length. Full identification notes are on this page.
- How big is a Papuan Frogmouth?
- The Papuan Frogmouth is a large sized bird weighing about 376 g.
- Where can you see a Papuan Frogmouth?
- The Papuan Frogmouth occurs in 3 countries, including Australia, Indonesia and Papua New Guinea.
- What birds look similar to a Papuan Frogmouth?
- The Papuan Frogmouth is most easily confused with the Marbled Frogmouth and the Tawny Frogmouth.
- Is the Papuan Frogmouth endangered?
- The Papuan Frogmouth is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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