Piping Bellbird

Ornorectes cristatus

Australasian Bellbirds · Passeriformes · Legendary

The Piping Bellbird (Ornorectes cristatus) is a legendary australasian bellbird found in 2 countries, weighing about 79 g. The piping bellbird, or crested pitohui, is a species of bird in the family Oreoicidae.

Least ConcernLegendaryEats invertebratesforest79 g

About the Piping Bellbird

The piping bellbird, or crested pitohui, is a species of bird in the family Oreoicidae. It was previously placed in the family Pachycephalidae.

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Where it lives

When to see it

Best months: May, June, July, August, September, October, November, with peak activity in August. It is a winter visitor species across most of its range.

Easily confused with

Quick questions

What does a Piping Bellbird look like?
The piping bellbird, or crested pitohui, is a species of bird in the family Oreoicidae.
How big is a Piping Bellbird?
The Piping Bellbird is a medium sized bird weighing about 79 g.
Where can you see a Piping Bellbird?
The Piping Bellbird occurs in 2 countries, including Papua New Guinea and Indonesia.
What birds look similar to a Piping Bellbird?
The Piping Bellbird is most easily confused with the Rufous-naped Bellbird and the Crested Bellbird.
Is the Piping Bellbird endangered?
The Piping Bellbird is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.

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