Other Names (World)
Arfak Astrapia, Great Astrapia, Black Astrapia, Gorget Astrapia, Arfak Bird-of-paradise, Great Bird-of-paradise, Black Bird-of-paradise, Gorget Bird-of-paradise, Long-tailed Astrapia, Long-tailed Bird-of-paradise
Vogelkop (Tamrau Mts and Arfak Mts), in north-western New Guinea.
Rarity Status
Currently this species is not classified as a rarity in this country OR information has not been updated.
Population
Estimated population is unknown (2010).
Status LC
Desforestation is a potential threat although the rainforests within the species range remain largely undisturbed due to their geogrphical isolation. Males are hunted for their skins.
For more information see BirdLife International Species Factsheet.
BirdLife International Species Factsheet