The Sulawesi Blue Monarch is a beautiful small bird endemic to the island of Sulawesi and nearby islands in Indonesia. It features a predominantly blue plumage with darker markings.
Where to spot
Endemic to Sulawesi and several smaller adjacent islands in Indonesia, found in lowland forests, forest edges, and secondary growth.
How to spot
Search the mid-story and undergrowth of forested areas. Look for its distinctive blue coloration and active, acrobatic foraging style. Listen for its high-pitched, often repetitive calls.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Observation is generally good throughout the year, with peak activity during early morning and late afternoon.
Where to spot
Endemic to Sulawesi and several smaller adjacent islands in Indonesia, found in lowland forests, forest edges, and secondary growth.
How to spot
Search the mid-story and undergrowth of forested areas. Look for its distinctive blue coloration and active, acrobatic foraging style. Listen for its high-pitched, often repetitive calls.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Observation is generally good throughout the year, with peak activity during early morning and late afternoon.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This monarch is sometimes considered a subspecies of the Black-naped Monarch, but recent taxonomic revisions often recognize it as a distinct species based on plumage and vocal differences.
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