Rufous-fronted Tailorbird
A species of Typical Tailorbirds Scientific name : Orthotomus frontalis Genus : Typical Tailorbirds
Rufous-fronted Tailorbird, A species of Typical Tailorbirds
Botanical name: Orthotomus frontalis
Genus: Typical Tailorbirds
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Description
The rufous-fronted tailorbird (Orthotomus frontalis) is a species of bird formerly placed in the Old World warbler assemblage, but now placed in the family Cisticolidae. It is native to the southern and eastern Philippines. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests and subtropical or tropical mangrove forests.
Size
12 cm
Nest Placement
Shrub
Feeding Habits
Rufous-fronted Tailorbird predominantly consumes insects, foraging in low undergrowth which makes observation challenging. Its feeding behavior mirrors that of O. castaneiceps, but specific dietary adaptations remain unelucidated.
Habitat
The rufous-fronted Tailorbird is typically found in lowland forest regions, favoring areas where the forest meets open land, as well as clearings that have dense secondary vegetation. These environments offer the structural diversity needed for foraging and nesting, providing both shelter and food resources.
Dite type
Insectivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
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Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Cisticolas and allies Genus
Typical Tailorbirds Species
Rufous-fronted Tailorbird