Lesser Melampitta
Melampitta lugubris
Least ConcernAves · Passeriformes · Corcoracidae
About
The lesser melampitta is a medium-sized enigmatic terrestrial songbird of mountain forests of New Guinea. It is the only species in the genus Melampitta. It is now classified in the family Melampittidae, but in some other sources it is variously considered close to or in the Orthonychidae (logrunners), Paradisaeidae, Corcoracidae, Cnemophilidae (satinbirds) or Monarchidae.
Fun Fact
It is the only species in the genus Melampitta.
Quick Facts
Habitat
To be updated
Diet
Diet consists mainly of insects.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance