Variable shrikethrush
The variable shrikethrush ("Colluricincla fortis") is a species of bird in the family Pachycephalidae. Taxonomy and systematics. This species was formerly considered a conspecific member of the little shrikethrush complex. Genetic investigations of New Guinea populations of the little shrikethrush indicate high levels of genetic divergence, suggesting it comprised more than one species. Subspecies. Currently, three subspecies are recognized: Distribution and habitat. It is found in New Guinea. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests and subtropical or tropical moist montane forests.