Polynesian triller facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Polynesian triller |
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Lalage
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maculosa
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The Polynesian triller (Lalage maculosa) is a small bird that lives on many islands in the south-west Pacific Ocean. It is a type of passerine bird, which means it's a perching bird. This bird belongs to a group called trillers, which are part of the cuckoo-shrike family.
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About the Polynesian Triller
This bird is about 15 to 16 centimeters (6 inches) long. Its feathers can look different depending on where it lives. Some Polynesian trillers are black and white, while others might have more grey or brown colors.
Sounds and Calls
The Polynesian triller is a very noisy bird! It makes a loud, harsh sound that some people describe as "rasping." Its song is usually short and has a high pitch.
Where They Live and What They Eat
You can find Polynesian trillers in many places across the Pacific. Their home range includes islands like Fiji, Samoa, Tonga, Niue, Wallis and Futuna, Vanuatu, and the Santa Cruz Islands.
These birds are not picky about where they live. They can be found in many different places, including gardens and farms made by people. The Polynesian triller mostly eats insects, like caterpillars. They also enjoy eating fruit.
Reproduction and Life Cycle
When it's time to build a nest, the Polynesian triller makes a cup-shaped nest. They usually place this nest in the fork of a tree branch.
The female bird lays one or two eggs. These eggs are often greenish in color and have brown spots or blotches on them.
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Subspecies L.m. pumila, Abaca, Viti Levu, Fiji Isles
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Subspecies L.m. woodi, Savusavu, Vanua Levu, Fiji Isles
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Subspecies L.m. woodi, Matei, Taveuni, Fiji Isles
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Unknown subspecies, Nuku'alofa, Tonga
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