About the Yap Monarch
The Yap monarch, or Yap Island monarch, is a species of bird in the family Monarchidae. It is endemic to the Yap Main Islands, Micronesia. The natives of Yap Island call it "Gigiy" or "Achgigiy". It is the official state bird of Yap, Federated States of Micronesia.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Monarch Flycatchers (Monarchidae) |
| Species | Monarcha godeffroyi |
| Species Codes | yapmon1, YAMO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Yap Monarch belong to?
The Yap Monarch (Monarcha godeffroyi) belongs to the Monarch Flycatchers family (Monarchidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Yap Monarch?
The Yap monarch, or Yap Island monarch, is a species of bird in the family Monarchidae. It is endemic to the Yap Main Islands, Micronesia. The natives of Yap Island call it \"Gigiy\" or \"Achgigiy\". It is the official state bird of Yap, Federated States of Micronesia....
Where can I report a Yap Monarch sighting?
You can log sightings of Yap Monarch on eBird (ebird.org) using species code yapmon1, or on iNaturalist.
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