Green-backed Robin
A species of Pale-eyed Robins Scientific name : Pachycephalopsis hattamensis Genus : Pale-eyed Robins
Green-backed Robin, A species of Pale-eyed Robins
Botanical name: Pachycephalopsis hattamensis
Genus: Pale-eyed Robins
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Description General Info
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Description
The green-backed robin (Pachycephalopsis hattamensis) is a species of bird in the family Petroicidae. It is found in New Guinea. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forest and subtropical or tropical moist montane forest.
Size
15 cm
Nest Placement
Tree
Feeding Habits
Green-backed Robin primarily consumes insects, which it forages for in low underbrush and on the ground, favoring fern-rich areas and regions with high herbaceous growth.
Habitat
The green-backed Robin primarily inhabits hill and lower montane forests, generally preferring areas that are distinguished by dense tree coverage. It is mostly found in regions characterized by lush forestry environments, typically at mid-elevations, where it often coexists with similar species but tends to dominate the higher altitudinal niche, establishing a clear vertical stratification between related species.
Dite type
Insectivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
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Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Australasian robins Genus
Pale-eyed Robins Species
Green-backed Robin