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File:Symposiachrus verticalis Smit.jpg

Bismarck Monarch

Bismarck Monarch

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The Black-tailed Monarch (Symposiachrus verticalis) is a striking bird endemic to the Solomon Islands. It is characterized by its glossy black tail and upperparts, contrasting with a white or rufous underparts in some subspecies.
Where to spot
Endemic to the Solomon Islands (primarily New Ireland and New Britain), inhabiting lowland rainforests and hill forests.
How to spot
Look for its glossy black tail and contrasting body colors in the mid to upper canopy. Observe its active sallying for insects. Listen for its distinctive, often sharp or buzzing calls.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Most active in the early mornings and late afternoons.
File:Symposiachrus verticalis Smit.jpg
File:Symposiachrus verticalis Smit.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
This particular species is part of a complex group of similar-looking monarchs, and its classification has undergone revisions over time.
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