About the White-capped Monarch
The White-capped monarch, or Richards' monarch, is a species of bird in the family Monarchidae. It is endemic to the Western Province in the Solomon Islands.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Monarch Flycatchers (Monarchidae) |
| Species | Monarcha richardsii |
| Species Codes | whcmon1, WCMO |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the White-capped Monarch belong to?
The White-capped Monarch (Monarcha richardsii) belongs to the Monarch Flycatchers family (Monarchidae), in the order Passeriformes.
What is the conservation status of the White-capped Monarch?
The White-capped Monarch is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the White-capped Monarch?
The White-capped monarch, or Richards' monarch, is a species of bird in the family Monarchidae. It is endemic to the Western Province in the Solomon Islands....
Where can I report a White-capped Monarch sighting?
You can log sightings of White-capped Monarch on eBird (ebird.org) using species code whcmon1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
105
Species in Family
18
iNat Observations
NT
IUCN Status
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