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Pale Cicadabird
- Scientific name
- Edolisoma ceramense
- Family
- Campephagidae
- Conservation status
- Near threatened
- Habitat
- Forest mixed
- Wing shape
- Rounded
- Tail shape
- Pointed
Where it came from
The Pale Cicadabird (Edolisoma ceramense) is a passerine bird belonging to the Campephagidae family. It is native to the Indonesian islands of Seram, Buru, and nearby smaller islands in the Maluku archipelago. Taxonomic classification has evolved over time, with the species historically being grouped under the broader Cicadabird complex, reflecting the challenges ornithologists face in distinguishing the subtle morphological differences between these island-dwelling populations.
The species is characterized by its distinct physical adaptations, including a rounded wing shape suited for maneuverability within dense forest canopies and a pointed tail that assists in precise flight control. Ornithologists often study these features to understand how island isolation drives evolutionary divergence. The name derives from the bird's resemblance to other cicadabirds, which are noted for their repetitive, insect-like vocalizations, rather than any direct biological association with the cicada insect.
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