The greater ground robin (''Amalocichla sclateriana'') is a species of

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in the family

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. It is found in

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Taxonomy and systematics

There are two recognised subspecies of the greater ground robin: * ''A. s. sclateriana'' - The nominate subspecies, found in the mountains of the

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. * ''A. s. occidentalis'' - Found in the

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in central New Guinea. It has browner and more mottled underparts than the nominate subspecies does.

Description

It is the largest robin in New Guinea, at in length.

Distribution and habitat

It is endemic to New Guinea. It is found at elevations of .

Behaviour and ecology

Diet

It feeds on invertebrates, such as beetles.

References

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