Kingdom Animalia Order Passeriformes Genus Monarcha Higher classification Monarcha | Phylum Chordata Family Monarchidae Scientific name Monarcha rubiensis Rank Species | |
Similar Monarcha, Manus monarch, Island monarch, Black‑tailed monarch, Yap monarch | ||
The rufous monarch (Monarcha rubiensis), or rufous monarch flycatcher, is a species of bird in the family Monarchidae found in western New Guinea. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests.
Taxonomy and systematics
The rufous monarch was originally described in the genus Tchitrea. Also, some authorities, either formerly or presently, have placed this species in the genus Symposiachrus.
References
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