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Oceania
Silken Friarbird
Meliphaga citreogularis
About this species
Native to Oceania, the Silken Friarbird thrives in forest habitats and belongs to the Meliphagidae family. It is recognised by its distinctive plumage and call.
The Silken Friarbird is part of the order Passeriformes and the Meliphagidae family. Its preferred habitat is forest, where it forages, breeds, and contributes to a balanced ecosystem. With a conservation status of Least Concern, this species offers an excellent window into the broader biodiversity of Oceania.
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Similar species
Other birds in the Meliphagidae family and Passeriformes order.