Rufous Paradise Flycatcher
A species of Paradise Flycatchers Scientific name : Terpsiphone cinnamomea Genus : Paradise Flycatchers
Rufous Paradise Flycatcher, A species of Paradise Flycatchers
Botanical name: Terpsiphone cinnamomea
Genus: Paradise Flycatchers
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Description
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Description
The rufous paradise flycatcher (Terpsiphone cinnamomea) is a species of bird in the family Monarchidae. It is found in Indonesia and the Philippines. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests.
Size
21 cm
Habitat
The rufous Paradise Flycatcher typically resides in lowland forests, including both primary and secondary dipterocarp forests, preferring areas with rich flora biodiversity and structure. It thrives in a variety of wooded environments, from undisturbed monsoon forests to disturbed patches, secondary growths, and cultivation areas like nutmeg plantations. The rufous Paradise Flycatcher is well-adapted to human-altered landscapes, often inhabiting forest remnants and being able to utilize the understory and subcanopy layers of these areas effectively.
Dite type
Insectivorous
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Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Monarchs Genus
Paradise Flycatchers Species
Rufous Paradise Flycatcher