Malaysian Blue Flycatcher
A species of Blue-flycatchers and Allied Jungle-flycatchers Scientific name : Cyornis turcosus Genus : Blue-flycatchers and Allied Jungle-flycatchers
Malaysian Blue Flycatcher, A species of Blue-flycatchers and Allied Jungle-flycatchers
Botanical name: Cyornis turcosus
Genus: Blue-flycatchers and Allied Jungle-flycatchers
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Description
Photo By Ayuwat Jearwattanakanok
Description
The Malaysian blue flycatcher (Cyornis turcosus) is a species of bird in the family Muscicapidae. It is found in Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests. It is threatened by habitat loss.
Size
14 cm
Feeding Habits
Malaysian Blue Flycatcher primarily consumes small invertebrates, foraging alone or in pairs. Preferring riverine and streamside forests, malaysian Blue Flycatcher captures prey through aerial pursuits from low perches.
Habitat
The malaysian Blue Flycatcher inhabits dry lowland primary and secondary forests, often found in areas with swamp-like characteristics. This species shows a preference for riverine forests within broader geographical regions that include parts of the Malay Peninsula and Sumatra. The environment is typically characterized by dense vegetation providing adequate cover and food resources.
Dite type
Insectivorous
Photo By Ayuwat Jearwattanakanok
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Old world flycatchers Species
Malaysian Blue Flycatcher