About the Blue-masked Leafbird
The blue-masked leafbird is a species of bird in the family Chloropseidae. It is endemic to humid montane forest in the western regions of the Indonesian island of Sumatra. Generally, it lives in areas from 600 to 1,500 m in elevation. It is the smallest species of leafbird.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Leafbirds (Chloropseidae) |
| Species | Chloropsis venusta |
| Species Codes | blmlea1, BMLE |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Blue-masked Leafbird belong to?
The Blue-masked Leafbird (Chloropsis venusta) belongs to the Leafbirds family (Chloropseidae), in the order Passeriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Blue-masked Leafbird?
The Blue-masked Leafbird is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Blue-masked Leafbird?
The blue-masked leafbird is a species of bird in the family Chloropseidae. It is endemic to humid montane forest in the western regions of the Indonesian island of Sumatra. Generally, it lives in areas from 600 to 1,500 m in elevation. It is the smallest species of leafbird....
Where can I report a Blue-masked Leafbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Blue-masked Leafbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blmlea1, or on iNaturalist.
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