The Rusty-bellied Whistler is a distinctive bird found in New Guinea and surrounding islands, characterized by its rufous or rusty wash on the underparts. It inhabits lowland rainforests.
Where to spot
Widespread across New Guinea and several satellite islands, inhabiting lowland rainforests, monsoon forests, and secondary growth.
How to spot
Look for its olive-brown upperparts and a distinctive rusty or rufous wash on the lower belly and flanks. Listen for its strong, clear, and varied whistling song, often ascending in pitch.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Most active during the day, particularly mornings and late afternoons, when foraging.
Where to spot
Widespread across New Guinea and several satellite islands, inhabiting lowland rainforests, monsoon forests, and secondary growth.
How to spot
Look for its olive-brown upperparts and a distinctive rusty or rufous wash on the lower belly and flanks. Listen for its strong, clear, and varied whistling song, often ascending in pitch.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Most active during the day, particularly mornings and late afternoons, when foraging.
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The rusty coloration on its belly provides subtle camouflage against the tree bark and undergrowth in its tropical forest habitat.
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