Papuan Shrike-thrush

Colluricincla woodwardi

The Papuan Shrike-thrush (Colluricincla woodwardi) is a medium-sized songbird found in the rainforests and montane forests of New Guinea. It has a distinctive melodious song and is known for its striking black and white plumage, with a prominent white eyebrow. This species is primarily insectivorous, foraging for insects and small invertebrates in the dense undergrowth. It builds cup-shaped nests in the forest understory to raise its young. The Papuan Shrike-thrush plays an important role in the ecosystem as a predator of insects, contributing to the balance of the forest ecosystem.

Habitat: Rainforests and montane forests