Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montanes.
The Brown-backed Whistler is classified as Least Concern. Does not qualify for a more at risk category. Widespread and abundant taxa are included in this category.
The Brown-backed Whistler (Pachycephala modesta) is a species of bird in the Pachycephalidae family. It is endemic to Papua New Guinea. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montanes. References - * BirdLife International 2004. Pachycephala modesta. 2006 IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. Downloaded on 26 July 2007. Stub icon This songbird-related article is a stub. You can help Wikipedia by expanding it. More