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The biology of this bird has not been studied in full detail. Their diets consist predominantly of fruits, supplemented by the occasional invertebrate. The birds typically feed solitarily, but also in pairs, small groups and even in association with other bird species, like imperial pigeons. Obi paradise-crows are blackish overall, with a bluish-green sheen/iridescence to the feathers. The flight feathers are a light brownish, and the tail feathers have a pronounced bluish sheen to them. They have a crow-like head and bill; the bill is a cool light gray.
- These include such extraordinary gems as Wilson’s Bird-of-paradise (regarded by many as the most spectacular bird on earth!), Red Bird-of-paradise, Kofiau and Red-breasted Paradise Kingfishers and Kofiau Monarch.
- However, based on the extent of breeding and their resident occurrence, it can be inferred that their population is stable at the moment.
- Expert guiding by Keith and Glen Valentine, aided by fabulous local talent, ensured we saw the maximum number of endemics and other birds and mammals.
It is one of the few monogamous birds-of-paradise. The nest is an open bowl-shaped structure made of curled vine stems, tendrils, dead leaves and/or moss. It’s placed m above the ground in a tree fork. David Ertrius is above all patient, with the birds, with the participants and the local guides. He very modestly shares his incredible knowledge of the birds.
The head is slightly glossy black-brown and the upper parts are lighter than the head. The upper plumage shines slightly, with a blue-gray shimmer that is most pronounced on the coat, with cinnamon-brown wings. It has a black bill, crimson eyes, and a call reminiscent of a dog’s bark. The Halmahera paradise-crow also known as the silky crow, or simply as the paradise-crow, is a medium-sized crow-like bird-of-paradise. Breeding season from December to early June.
Recently split species of birds-of-paradise. The Obi paradise-crow is found on Obi and Bisa islands in the Obi group, south of Halmahera, the home of its congener. They are found in tropical forest and forest edge at 1200 m in altitude on Obi island.
Lycocorax obiensis
You’ve reached the free animal image gallery. Explore the thousands of vintage illustrations we’ve curated just for you. From cats and dogs to African Elephants or bats, we have it all. It was originally thought to be a crow , and was then reassigned to the birds of paradise, where it is the earliest known offshoot from the paradisaeid family tree, dating back approximately 17 million years in the Miocene period.
The excitement again continues after dark with Lesser Masked Owl and Buru Boobook, the latter we recently sound recorded for the first time and found it to be highly distinct from its Seram counterpart. The paradise-crow is a medium-sized bird-of-paradise, reaching a body length of up to 42 cm, with a dark, soft and silky plumage that may appear all black, but is in fact a very dark brown. Both sexes are similar; the female is slightly smaller than the male. The nominate subspecies has the least or no white patch on the inner flight feathers. This paradise crow is monogamous and oviparous, hence they procreate through spawning.
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Also, they have distinctive and beautiful, scarlet-red eyes and blackish to grayish legs and feet with sharp claws adapted for their perching lifestyles. The paradise-crow is occurs on the Northern Maluku islands of Halmahera, Bacan , Kasiruta, Morotai and Rau. There are two subspecies, which occur in the following regions of Maluku. A common species throughout its habitat range, the paradise-crow is evaluated as being of least concern on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species.
These include such extraordinary gems as Wilson’s Bird-of-paradise (regarded by many as the most spectacular bird on earth!), Red Bird-of-paradise, Kofiau and Red-breasted Paradise Kingfishers and Kofiau Monarch. Thereafter we cross Lydekker’s Line and head into the South Moluccas. Wallacea is the fascinating zone of transition between Oriental and Australasian faunal zones in eastern Indonesia, named after the famous explorer Sir Alfred Wallace. While areas such as the Lesser Sundas and Sulawesi are frequently visited, much of the Moluccas or Spice Islands have rarely attracted birders and it is these we will explore in search of some of the lest-seen endemics in Indonesia. Despite their contribution to the ecosystem people do not pay much attention to them.
However, based on the extent of breeding and their resident occurrence, it can be inferred that their population is stable at the moment. The subspecies Lycocorax pyrrhopterus morotensis by William Matthew Hart. Files are available under licenses specified on their description page.
Also within the forest we will keep a look out for two likely splits; Seram Leaf Warbler and the Skulking Seram Grasshopper Warbler. Overhead we might find soaring Gurney’s or Pygmy Eagles or catch sight of a Rufous-necked Sparrowhawk passing by, meanwhile both the stunning Lazuli Kingfisher and wacky Long-crested Myna prefer to survey their areas from high, exposed branches. A visit to some offshore islands will hopefully produce the locally abundant, be seemingly nomadic Olive Honeyeater and Forsten’s Scrubfowl. Night-time explorations should locate the recently split Seram Boobook, and possibly even a recently described endemic taxon of Tyto owl.
The paradise crow diet consists mainly of fruits and arthropods. It is also common for them to consume insects like snails, spiders, beetles, grasshoppers, and caterpillars in a considerable amount, hence they can be described as insectivorous. As their diet consists mainly of fruits they are also referred to as frugivorous. Apart from the difference in height, there aren’t many differences between the two sexes.
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You can even occupy yourself at home by drawing one on our free printable paradise crow coloring pages. The maximum number of years for which this bird lives is approximately eight years. There have been some reports of them living extended lives, but on average the paradise crow has a five-year life expectancy. For the most part, this monogamous bird lives alone, but some can be found in couples.
As the sexes are similar, it is likely that the species is monogamous, but breeding behaviour is almost unknown. Halmahera nests are described as a large basin-shaped structure made of roots and moss and lined with soft chips of wood, and the clutch appears to consist of just a single egg. Sexes are similar but the female is slightly smaller than the male. He was ultra-patient making sure everyone was comfortable and that everyone got on the bird.
The nominate subspecies of this Lycocorax pyrrhopterus species make calls that consist of a double note sound like ‘hoow hoow’. It doesn’t have a violent background with humans, but since they are birds of prey their nature is unpredictable. Statistics have been unable to assess the actual population of this species and its nominate subspecies.
However, the paradise crow is not one of your regular crows. It has a dark blue shimmery plumage that is truly eye-catching! It is a part of the birds of paradise family which has 42 different species. The long island of Seram still supports vast forests, particularly along its mountainous spine within the huge Manusela National Park. It is here that we will spend much of our time, since the vast majority of the islands endemics can now be found from a road which cuts through the park without the need for expedition-style treks into the mountains as used to be the case!
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