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Golden Whistler

Golden Whistler

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4 weeks ago
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The Golden Whistler is a widespread and strikingly beautiful songbird found across Australia, New Guinea, and various Pacific islands. Males are renowned for their brilliant yellow and black plumage and powerful, melodic songs.
Where to spot
Highly adaptable, found in almost all wooded habitats from rainforests to dry woodlands, and even suburban gardens, across Australia, New Guinea, and many Pacific island groups.
How to spot
Males are unmistakable with bright yellow underparts, black head, white throat, and often a black breast band. Females are duller. Listen for its loud, clear, and varied whistling song, often ending with an explosive 'wit-choo!'
When to spot
Year-round resident in most areas, though some southern populations are migratory. Most vocal during the breeding season (spring and summer in temperate regions), but can be heard throughout the year.
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File:Pachycephala pectoralis -Royal National Park, NSW, Australia-8.jpg
File:Pachycephala pectoralis - Risdon Brook.jpg
File:Pachycephala pectoralis female.jpg
File:Australian Golden Whistler (Pachycephala pectoralis) (8079676236).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Golden Whistler (Pachycephala pectoralis) (31380183966).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Pachycephala pectoralis (35217062101).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Pachycephala pectoralis -Royal National Park, NSW, Australia-8.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Pachycephala pectoralis - Risdon Brook.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Pachycephala pectoralis female.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
With over 50 recognized subspecies, the Golden Whistler exhibits an incredible diversity in plumage and vocalizations across its vast range, making it a challenge and delight for birdwatchers.
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Golden Whistler
Devonport, Tasmania
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