Golden Monarch
Carterornis chrysomela
Conservation Status
Least ConcernAves · Passeriformes · Monarchidae
About
The golden monarch is a species of passerine bird in the family Monarchidae found in New Guinea. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests and subtropical or tropical moist montane forest. The golden monarch displays marked sexual dimorphism, the male a striking golden colour with black mask, wings and tail, the female a golden or golden-olive colour. Both bear a characteristic 'teardrop' white pattern below the eye.
Fun Fact
Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests and subtropical or tropical moist montane forest.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Habitat is lowland rainforest or swamp forest to 700 m (2000 ft), or 1400 m (4000 ft) in New Ireland.
Diet
To be updated
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance