About the Mussau Triller
The Mussau triller is a smaller member of the cuckooshrike family, Campephagidae. It was formerly considered a subspecies of the varied triller. It is found on the St Matthias Islands in the Bismarck Archipelago. Photographed and sound-recorded for the first time in 2024, the species is now thought to be restricted to the centre of the island and may be at risk due to logging.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Cuckooshrikes (Campephagidae) |
| Species | Lalage conjuncta |
| Species Codes | vartri3, MUTR |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Mussau Triller belong to?
The Mussau Triller (Lalage conjuncta) belongs to the Cuckooshrikes family (Campephagidae), in the order Passeriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Mussau Triller?
The Mussau Triller is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Mussau Triller?
The Mussau triller is a smaller member of the cuckooshrike family, Campephagidae. It was formerly considered a subspecies of the varied triller. It is found on the St Matthias Islands in the Bismarck Archipelago. Photographed and sound-recorded for the first time in 2024, the species is now thought ...
Where can I report a Mussau Triller sighting?
You can log sightings of Mussau Triller on eBird (ebird.org) using species code vartri3, or on iNaturalist.