Queen Victoria Riflebird

The smallest riflebird, it measures between 23–25 cm. Male have an iridescent purple sheen plumage, which becomes more blue-green on the head and more bronze on the lower breast. The throat is velvety black with a metallic green and blue triangular patch in the center. Females have a pale eyebrow, and the buff underparts are faintly barred with brown. The call is a loud yaars.

The Queen Victoria Riflebird is classified as Least Concern. Does not qualify for a more at risk category. Widespread and abundant taxa are included in this category.

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