Edolisoma morio
The Sulawesi Cicadabird (Edolisoma morio) is a medium-sized passerine, measuring approximately 22-25 cm in length, endemic to the island of Sulawesi and its satellite islands in Indonesia. This species exhibits striking sexual dimorphism, with males entirely glossy black, appearing sleek and unornamented, while females present a more muted palette of dark gray to brownish-gray above and paler underparts, sometimes featuring fine barring on the flanks and belly, particularly in younger individ...
This species primarily inhabits lowland and montane primary and secondary forests, often frequenting forest edges, clearings, and even mature plantations. It can be found from sea level up to elevations of approximately 1,800 meters.
Its diet consists primarily of insects, including caterpillars, beetles, and other arthropods, which it gleans from foliage and branches or catches in flight. It may also consume small fruits occasionally.
The Sulawesi Cicadabird is a diurnal and arboreal species, spending most of its time in the mid-story and canopy layers of the forest. It forages actively, typically alone or in pairs, gleaning insects from foliage and branches with deliberate movements, occasionally sallying out to catch flying ...
The Sulawesi Cicadabird is entirely endemic to Indonesia, with its primary distribution centered on the large island of Sulawesi. Its range extends beyond the main island to include numerous satellite islands in the region, such as Buton, Muna, Peleng, the Banggai Islands, Sula Islands, Togian Is...
Least Concern
- The name 'Cicadabird' refers to the species' distinctive, often monotonous, and insect-like calls, which some describe as resembling the sound of cicadas. - Despite its name, it is not closely related to true cicadas; the 'bird' part of its name clarifies its avian nature. - The genus 'Edolisom...