Black-backed Butcherbird

Black-backed Butcherbird

Cracticus mentalis

Least Concern

Aves · Passeriformes · Cracticidae

About

The black-backed butcherbird is a species of bird in the family Artamidae. It is found in southern New Guinea and Cape York Peninsula in Queensland, Australia.

Fun Fact

Although its scientific name translates as "mental noisy bird", the species epithet mentalis refers to its chin not its mind.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in Cape York Peninsula north of the Palmer River, and in the Trans-Fly region and vicinity of Port Moresby in New Guinea up to altitudes of 600 m (2000 ft).

Diet

Preying on small lizards and birds.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance