Crested Berrypecker
A species of Crested Berrypecker Scientific name : Paramythia montium Genus : Crested Berrypecker
Crested Berrypecker, A species of Crested Berrypecker
Botanical name: Paramythia montium
Genus: Crested Berrypecker
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Photo By Nigel Voaden
Description
The crested berrypecker or eastern crested berrypecker (Paramythia montium) is a species of bird in the family Paramythiidae. It is found in New Guinea. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forests.
Size
22 cm
Nest Placement
Tree
Feeding Habits
Crested Berrypecker primarily feeds on small fruits from various trees and shrubs, including umbrella tree fruits, seed cones, and sedge seeds. Rarely, it consumes insects. This bird forages actively across canopy levels, often in pairs or larger groups, and displays acrobatic behavior when feeding on berries.
Habitat
The habitat of crested Berrypecker primarily consists of montane and mossy forests, as well as alpine thickets. These birds are predominantly found in areas characterized by dense forest coverage and forest edges, which provide a milieu rich in vegetation and natural food resources. Crested Berrypecker occupies environments that transition into the alpine zone, staying well within regions where arboreal landscapes are present.
Dite type
Frugivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Fruit
Photo By Nigel Voaden
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Flock berrypeckers Genus
Crested Berrypecker Species
Crested Berrypecker