Wing-snapping Cisticola

A rather large, dark, and stout resident of wet upland forest. Note iridescent purple underparts, vivid green upperparts, and hefty black bill. The Red-necked Parrot, the only other native species within its range, can be readily separated from the Imperial Parrot by its largely green plumage and the red (not purple) patch on its throat. Most common call is a yelping "weep", also gives a loud, scratchy “eee-er.”

A small charming inhabitant of woodland tangles and dense undergrowth. Plumage striking slate and white with a bold white eyering. Note distinctive pattern of black chin, white upper breast and blackish lower breast. No similar species within its range. Often has tail cocked upright. Song is a cascade of loud whistled notes, with pace typically slowing towards end as notes grow louder; sometimes given in rapid succession resulting in a more jumbled pattern.

Smartly-attired, warm brown flycatcher with a bright white bib and a dark, broadly-based bill. Note large dark eyes and subtle brownish vest. An inhabitant of broadleaved forests from the lowlands up into submontane areas. Typically perches at lower or middle levels of forest. Bobs and spreads tail frequently. Song is a short series of high thin notes.