About the Papyrus Gonolek
The papyrus gonolek is a species of bird in the family Malaconotidae. It is found in Burundi, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, and Uganda. It has specialised habitat requirements, being restricted to papyrus swamps. Not yet a threatened species, it has become rare due to habitat loss and pollution.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Bushshrikes and Allies (Malaconotidae) |
| Species | Laniarius mufumbiri |
| Species Codes | papgon1, PAGO |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Papyrus Gonolek belong to?
The Papyrus Gonolek (Laniarius mufumbiri) belongs to the Bushshrikes and Allies family (Malaconotidae), in the order Passeriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Papyrus Gonolek?
The Papyrus Gonolek is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Papyrus Gonolek?
The papyrus gonolek is a species of bird in the family Malaconotidae. It is found in Burundi, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, and Uganda. It has specialised habitat requirements, being restricted to papyrus swamps. Not yet a threatened species, it has become rare due to ha...
Where can I report a Papyrus Gonolek sighting?
You can log sightings of Papyrus Gonolek on eBird (ebird.org) using species code papgon1, or on iNaturalist.
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