About the Chuuk Monarch
The Chuuk monarch, or Truk monarch, is a species of bird in the family Monarchidae. It is monotypic within the genus Metabolus. It is endemic to the islands of Chuuk in Micronesia.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Monarch Flycatchers (Monarchidae) |
| Species | Metabolus rugensis |
| Species Codes | trumon1, CHMO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Chuuk Monarch belong to?
The Chuuk Monarch (Metabolus rugensis) belongs to the Monarch Flycatchers family (Monarchidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Chuuk Monarch?
The Chuuk monarch, or Truk monarch, is a species of bird in the family Monarchidae. It is monotypic within the genus Metabolus. It is endemic to the islands of Chuuk in Micronesia....
Where can I report a Chuuk Monarch sighting?
You can log sightings of Chuuk Monarch on eBird (ebird.org) using species code trumon1, or on iNaturalist.
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