vleugelkraagshirt

Vleugelkraagshirt is a type of bird of paradise found in Indonesia. It belongs to the family Paradisaeidae. This species is generally classified as belonging to the genus Paradisaea.

The male Vleugelkraagshirt is highly distinctive, with long ridges of skin on its back and a bright blue head. It is known for its vibrant courtship display, in which the male bird performs a ritualized dance and sings to attract a female mate.

Vleugelkraagshirt's plumage is intricately patterned and comprises shades of blue, green, red, and yellow. The tail colours range from bright blue and green on top to yellow underneath.

This species is typically found in forests on islands, particularly in Sulawesi. It inhabits the upper canopy of these forests and tends to stay hidden from sight.

Vleugelkraagshirt's primary diet consists of fruits, and it has been observed eating figs. Figs make up a significant portion of its diet.

Conservation status of this species is still pending classification. Threats to this species are due to habitat loss, primarily from deforestation and hunting for its plumage.

Some records of this species have been observed, with certain forest areas deemed to be under continued threats. However, these findings are still somewhat anecdotal, and more scientific confirmation is needed to pinpoint this species' exact classification, range, and threats.