The white-collared monarch is a species of bird in the family Monarchidae. It is found in the Solomon Islands of Ugi and Makira.
Region
Solomon Islands
Typical Environment
Occurs only on the islands of Ugi and Makira in the Makira-Ulawa Province. It inhabits primary and well-developed secondary lowland and foothill rainforests, forest edges, and dense riverine thickets. Birds typically use shaded mid-story perches from which they launch short sallies. They also visit selectively logged areas if sufficient canopy and understory structure remain.
Altitude Range
Sea level to 900 m
Climate Zone
Tropical
Ease of Keeping
Beginner friendly: 1/5
The white-collared monarch is a small monarch flycatcher endemic to the Solomon Islands, where it is confined to Ugi and Makira (San Cristobal). It forages by sallying from perches to catch insects in the mid-story and understory. Habitat loss from logging is the primary concern for this island-restricted species. Pairs maintain territories and may join mixed-species flocks while feeding.
Temperament
solitary and territorial
Flight Pattern
short rapid wingbeats
Social Behavior
Usually seen singly or in pairs holding small territories in forest interior and edges. Builds a neat cup nest suspended on a horizontal fork, with both parents attending young. Outside breeding, it may accompany mixed-species flocks to exploit insect flushes.
Migratory Pattern
Resident
Song Description
Song consists of clear, whistled phrases interspersed with chip and tchit notes. Calls include sharp, scolding ticks used during alarm or territorial encounters. Vocalizations carry well in dense forest.
