Little Shrike-thrush

During a study of the toxicity of the genus Pitohui, two specimens of this species have been tested too. One of them did have traces of batrachotoxins similar to those found in the secretions of Central and South American poison dart frogs.

The Little Shrike-thrush is classified as Least Concern. Does not qualify for a more at risk category. Widespread and abundant taxa are included in this category.

The Little Shrike-thrush (Colluricincla megarhyncha) is a species of bird in the Colluricinclidae family. It is found in Australia, Indonesia, and Papua New Guinea. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests and subtropical or tropical moist montanes. During a study of the toxicity of the genus Pitohui, two specimens of this species have been tested too. More

* This Shrike-thrush is similar to the Little Shrike-thrush, but has a black bill, grey back and more darkly streaked throat and breast. The Little Shrike-thrush has a pinkish-brown bill. * They are seen singly or in pairs. Females and males are clearly distinguishable as the female has an eye ring and eyebrow of pale feathers, unlike the male. More

The little shrike-thrush is neither a shrike nor a thrush. * This is a medium-sized bird that is fairly plain olive-brown on top and paler on the face. It is often hard to see. More