The little, unusual Wattled Ploughbill is native to New Guinea’s highland woodlands. The only member of its genus, *Eulacestoma*, it is clearly identifiable by its unusual traits.

Males stand out with their black bodies, bright yellow bellies, and scarlet wattles at their bill bases. Females are less colorful yet stand out with olive-green plumage and golden underbelly. Both sexes have short, thick bills that suit their feeding habits.

This bird is named for its plough-like bill, which it uses to plow through leaf litter and moss for insects and other invertebrates. The Wattled Ploughbill forages silently in the deep forest undergrowth alone or in pairs. Its covert character makes it hard to spot among the greenery.

The Wattled Ploughbill lives only in cool, humid montane forests in New Guinea, especially around 1,500–3,000 meters. Its affinity for specific environmental conditions makes it susceptible to habitat disruptions, but it is not at immediate risk. However, deforestation and habitat degradation in New Guinea could threaten this rare species, underlining the need for conservation efforts to conserve its natural ecosystem.