A splash of sunshine in the forest. Males wear brilliant yellow underparts with a bold black head and white collar, like they dressed for a formal gala. Females are more subtle and soft brown, perfect for blending in.
Golden Whistler
Pachycephala pectoralis
Photo: Stephen Goldsworthy
Photo: Stephen Goldsworthy
Photo: Karen Keefe
Photo: Stephen Goldsworthy
Bird Description:
Special features:
It has a melodic song — rich, ringing, flute-like notes cascading through rainforest and coastal scrub.
Did you know?:
Both male and female Golden Whistlers share the nest building duties and both share the incubation and care of the young.
View more information on this bird at Birdlife Australia: https://www.birdsinbackyards.net/species/Pachycephala-pectoralis
Habitat: Forest
Location: 1770-Joseph Banks Cons Park Nth, AW-Discovery Trails, Eurimbula NP
Size: Small
Type of bird: Bush Birds