Rufous Whistler

Pachycephala rufiventris

The rufous whistler is a species of whistler found in New Caledonia and Australia. Predominantly a reddish-brown and grey bird, it makes up for its subdued plumage with its song-making ability. Like many other members of the Pachycephalidae, it has a variety of musical calls.

Scientific name

Pachycephala rufiventris

Family

Whistlers and Allies

IUCN status

LC