Philippine Leafbird
A species of Leafbirds Scientific name : Chloropsis flavipennis Genus : Leafbirds
Philippine Leafbird, A species of Leafbirds
Botanical name: Chloropsis flavipennis
Genus: Leafbirds
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Description
Description
The Philippine leafbird (Chloropsis flavipennis) is a species of bird in the family Chloropseidae. It is endemic to the Philippines. It is found in the islands of Mindanao, Leyte, and Cebu. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forest. It is threatened by habitat loss. Its stronghold appears to be Mindanao, with populations small in Leyte and in Cebu, the species could already be extinct.
Size
19 cm
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Leafbirds Genus
Leafbirds Species
Philippine Leafbird