Sunda Robin
A species of Southeast Asian Blue Robins, Also known as Sunda Blue Robin Scientific name : Myiomela diana Genus : Southeast Asian Blue Robins
Sunda Robin, A species of Southeast Asian Blue Robins
Also known as:
Sunda Blue Robin
Botanical name: Myiomela diana
Genus: Southeast Asian Blue Robins
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Description
Photo By Wich'yanan (Jay) Limparungpatthanakij
Description
The Javan blue robin (Myiomela diana) is a species of bird in the family Muscicapidae. It is endemic to the Indonesian island of Java. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forests. The Sumatran blue robin (Myiomela sumatrana) was formerly considered a subspecies of M. diana, with both the Javan and Sumatran subspecies being grouped under the name Sunda robin.
Size
15 cm
Feeding Habits
Sunda Robin primarily feeds on small insects such as grubs and worms, employing foraging techniques suited to its environment. Its dietary habits reflect an adaptation to capitalize on the abundance of these prey types within its habitat.
Habitat
The habitat of sunda Robin comprises the dense undergrowth of high montane forests within broader geographic regions encompassing parts of the Sunda archipelago. These areas are characterized by a significant presence of vegetation at the base of mountainous terrains, indicating an environment with substantial plant growth offering both food sources and protection.
Dite type
Insectivorous
Photo By Wich'yanan (Jay) Limparungpatthanakij