The Rennell Whistler is a distinct and endemic songbird found only on Rennell Island in the Solomon Islands. It is a forest dweller, often found foraging in the canopy and mid-story.
Where to spot
Endemic to Rennell Island in the Solomon Islands. Inhabits lowland and secondary forests.
How to spot
Look for its overall olive-brown plumage, sometimes with a yellowish wash on the underparts. Identify it primarily by its strong, clear, and ringing whistled calls, which are a key way to locate it.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Most vocal in the early mornings and late afternoons, characteristic of many whistlers.
Where to spot
Endemic to Rennell Island in the Solomon Islands. Inhabits lowland and secondary forests.
How to spot
Look for its overall olive-brown plumage, sometimes with a yellowish wash on the underparts. Identify it primarily by its strong, clear, and ringing whistled calls, which are a key way to locate it.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Most vocal in the early mornings and late afternoons, characteristic of many whistlers.
Rennell Island is a raised coral atoll, and its unique geology and isolation have fostered the evolution of several endemic species, including this whistler.
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