Phonygammus keraudrenii
The Trumpet Manucode, *Phonygammus keraudrenii*, is a striking member of the bird-of-paradise family (Paradisaeidae), though it represents one of the more primitive and less ornate lineages, showing closer affinities to its corvid ancestors. Measuring approximately 31-33 cm (12-13 inches) in length, both sexes are largely similar, exhibiting a glossy, iridescent black plumage that shimmers with deep purple, blue, and green sheens, especially on the head and neck. A key field mark distinguishi...
Inhabits lowland and hill primary rainforest, monsoon forests, and gallery forests, often near streams, from sea level up to 1800 meters elevation.
Primarily frugivorous, consuming a variety of fruits including figs and drupes, supplemented by some insects and nectar.
A diurnal, arboreal species, the Trumpet Manucode is typically observed singly or in pairs, foraging quietly within the forest canopy. Its foraging strategy primarily involves gleaning fruits from trees, often hanging acrobatically to reach ripe drupes and figs. Unlike its polygynous relatives, *...
The Trumpet Manucode boasts a widespread distribution across New Guinea and its satellite islands, as well as parts of northeastern Australia. Its primary breeding range encompasses the entire island of New Guinea, including both the Indonesian provinces of West Papua and Papua, and the independe...
Least Concern
- The Trumpet Manucode is one of the few monogamous species within the extravagant bird-of-paradise family, a stark contrast to their polygynous relatives. - Its scientific name, *keraudrenii*, honors Pierre François Keraudren, a French surgeon and naturalist. - The 'trumpet' call is produced by ...