Rufous Whistler
Pachycephala rufiventris
LCLeast Concern
- Family
- Whistlers and Allies (Pachycephalidae)
- Order
- Passeriformes
Overview
The rufous whistler (Pachycephala rufiventris) 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.
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Range and habitat
Continents
Sources and further reading
- Wikipedia: Rufous whistler
- eBird: sightings, maps and photos
- xeno-canto: sound recordings
- Birds of the World: full species account (subscription)
- BirdLife DataZone: status and threats
- IUCN Red List (threat status)
- AviList global checklist (taxonomy)
Last updated September 29, 2026.
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