Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montanes.
The Myophonus melanurus is classified as Least Concern. Does not qualify for a more at risk category. Widespread and abundant taxa are included in this category.
Shiny Whistling-thrush Myophonus melanurus is more plump, noisy and more uniform dark blue. Voice Rather thin, high-pitched and drawn out whistle (like other cochoas). Hints Carefully scan forest mid-storey and canopy for birds making occasional flights between perches. More