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Norfolk Robin

Petroica multicolor

The Norfolk robin, known scientifically as Petroica multicolor, is a small, vibrant bird native to the isolated Norfolk Island. This species is a member of the Australasian robin family, Petroicidae, and is recognized by its striking plumage and endearing demeanor.

Identification Tips

Adult male Norfolk robins are particularly striking with their predominantly black upperparts, accented by a prominent white spot on the forehead and white bars on the wings. The tail features vestigial white tips. The breast and upper belly shine in a vivid red, transitioning to a white lower belly. Females and immature birds are more subdued in coloration, displaying a brown plumage with a pinkish hue on the breast.

Habitat

The Norfolk robin thrives in the native subtropical rainforest of Norfolk Island, particularly favoring the dense understory of the Mt Pitt section of the Norfolk Island National Park and adjacent forest remnants. It is also found in other wooded habitats on the island, though at lower densities.

Distribution

This bird is endemic to Norfolk Island, an Australian territory situated in the Tasman Sea between Australia and New Zealand. Its presence is largely confined to the protected areas and remaining forest patches on the island.

Behaviour

The Norfolk robin exhibits a diet that includes a wide array of invertebrates, which it forages for in the rich, moist litter of the forest floor.

Conservation status

The Norfolk robin is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List. After a concerning decline up to the 1980s, conservation efforts have led to a stabilization of the population, estimated at 400-500 pairs. However, the species continues to face threats from habitat degradation and predation by black rats and feral cats. Conservation measures include predator control and habitat restoration, with plans to reintroduce the robin to nearby Phillip Island once the habitat is deemed suitable.

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