- Mangrove Robin
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Mangrove Robin Conservation status Scientific classification Kingdom: Animalia Phylum: Chordata Class: Aves Order: Passeriformes Family: Petroicidae Genus: Peneoenanthe Species: P. pulverulenta Binomial name Peneoenanthe pulverulenta Synonyms - Peneonanthe pulverulenta
The Mangrove Robin (Peneoenanthe pulverulenta) is a species of bird in the Petroicidae family.
Distribution and habitat
It is found in Australia, Indonesia, and Papua New Guinea. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical mangrove forests.
Behaviour
Its nest is built hanging over water from the "wait-a-while" hooks of various Calamus climbing palms.
References
- BirdLife International 2004. Eopsaltria pulverulenta. 2006 IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. Downloaded on 25 July 2007.
- Del Hoyo, J.; Elliot, A. & Christie D. (editors). (2007). Handbook of the Birds of the World. Volume 12: Picathartes to Tits and Chickadees. Lynx Edicions. ISBN 9788496553422
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