
Morningbird
A species of Typical whistlers, Also known as Morning Whistler, Brown Pitohui, Tutau Scientific name : Pachycephala tenebrosa Genus : Typical whistlers
Morningbird, A species of Typical whistlers
Also known as:
Morning Whistler, Brown Pitohui, Tutau
Botanical name: Pachycephala tenebrosa
Genus: Typical whistlers
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Description

Size
19 cm


General Info

Behavior
Morningbirds feed principally on insects, but also take snails, berries, fruit and seeds. They feed on or around the ground.

Distribution Area
The morningbird is endemic to the islands of Babelthuap, Koror, Garakayo, Peleliu and Ngabad in Palau. Its natural habitat is deep primary tropical moist lowland forests. The species is non-migratory. It is apparently commoner on the smaller islands in its range.


Scientific Classification

Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Whistlers and allies Genus
Typical whistlers Species
Morningbird