It is a common bird across most of its range and occurs in the lowlands and low hills in a variety of habitats, including forest, scrub, mangroves, and gardens. There are five subspecies; the nominate subspecies L. i. incana is found on Grande Terre, the main island of New Caledonia.
It is a common bird across its extensive territory and can be found in low-lying regions and gentle slopes in various habitats, including forests, thickets, mangrove swamps, and gardens. There are five subspecies; the nominate subspecies L. i. incana inhabits Grande Terre, the main island of New Caledonia.