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Wallace's Standardwing (Semioptera wallacii)

Wallace's Standardwing

Semioptera wallacii

About the Wallace's Standardwing

The standardwing (Semioptera wallacii) also known as Wallace’s standardwing, is a species of bird-of-paradise. It is the only member in monotypic genus Semioptera.

Key Facts

  • Rarely spotted - fewer than 100 recorded observations!

Classification

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of the Wallace's Standardwing?

The scientific name of the Wallace's Standardwing is Semioptera wallacii.

How many Wallace's Standardwing sightings have been recorded?

72 observations of the Wallace's Standardwing have been recorded on iNaturalist.

72 observations on iNaturalist
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