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Moluccan Whistler

Moluccan Whistler

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The Buru Golden-Whistler is a vibrant and melodious bird endemic to Buru Island in Indonesia. Males are characterized by their bright yellow underparts and contrasting black patterns.
Where to spot
Endemic to Buru Island in the Maluku Islands of Indonesia. Inhabits lowland and montane forests.
How to spot
Males are identified by their bright yellow underparts, black breast-band, and white throat. Females are duller. Listen for its loud, clear, and complex whistling song, a characteristic sound of Buru's forests.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Most active and vocal during the early mornings and late afternoons, particularly during the breeding season.
Its distinct features on Buru Island highlight the evolutionary divergence that can occur on isolated landmasses within archipelagos.
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