The Rarotonga Monarch, also known as the Kakerori, is an endangered monarch endemic to Rarotonga in the Cook Islands. It is a small, active bird with a distinctive voice.
Where to spot
Endemic to Rarotonga, Cook Islands, primarily found in the interior montane forests and valleys.
How to spot
Focus on native forest interiors, particularly in protected areas. Listen for its distinctive, often chattering calls and watch for its agile foraging in the mid-story and undergrowth.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Best observed in the breeding season (typically October to February) when birds are more active and vocal. Early mornings are good.
Where to spot
Endemic to Rarotonga, Cook Islands, primarily found in the interior montane forests and valleys.
How to spot
Focus on native forest interiors, particularly in protected areas. Listen for its distinctive, often chattering calls and watch for its agile foraging in the mid-story and undergrowth.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Best observed in the breeding season (typically October to February) when birds are more active and vocal. Early mornings are good.
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Credits:
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Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Conservation efforts, including control of introduced predators, have helped the population of the Rarotonga Monarch recover from critically low numbers.
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