About the Mussau Monarch
The Mussau monarch, also known as the white-breasted monarch, is a species of bird in the family Monarchidae. It is endemic to the Bismarck Archipelago of Papua New Guinea. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests and rural gardens. It is threatened by habitat loss.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Monarch Flycatchers (Monarchidae) |
| Species | Symposiachrus menckei |
| Species Codes | whbmon1, WBMO, MUMO |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Mussau Monarch belong to?
The Mussau Monarch (Symposiachrus menckei) belongs to the Monarch Flycatchers family (Monarchidae), in the order Passeriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Mussau Monarch?
The Mussau Monarch is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Mussau Monarch?
The Mussau monarch, also known as the white-breasted monarch, is a species of bird in the family Monarchidae. It is endemic to the Bismarck Archipelago of Papua New Guinea. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests and rural gardens. It is threatened by habitat loss....
Where can I report a Mussau Monarch sighting?
You can log sightings of Mussau Monarch on eBird (ebird.org) using species code whbmon1, or on iNaturalist.
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