Satin Bowerbird

Overview

Satin Bowerbird (Ptilonorhynchus violaceus) is a species of Bowerbirds (Ptilonorhynchidae) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines). A glossy blue-black bird famous for building a 'bower' of twigs decorated with blue objects to attract females; males spend years perfecting their structures; among the most elaborate courtship of any bird.

Scientific Classification

Genus: Ptilonorhynchus; binomial: Ptilonorhynchus violaceus; authority: (Vieillot, 1816). Typical size: 28-33cm. Average lifespan: 10-20 years.

Distribution

Breeding range: Australasia.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

No additional remarks recorded.