Blue Paradise Flycatcher
A species of Paradise Flycatchers Scientific name : Terpsiphone cyanescens Genus : Paradise Flycatchers
Blue Paradise Flycatcher, A species of Paradise Flycatchers
Botanical name: Terpsiphone cyanescens
Genus: Paradise Flycatchers
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Description
Photo By Ayuwat Jearwattanakanok
Description
The blue paradise flycatcher (Terpsiphone cyanescens) is a species of bird in the family Monarchidae. It is endemic to Palawan. It is mainly found in the understory of lowland primary and secondary forests, however populations are likely to be declining owing to habitat loss.
Size
19 - 22 cm
Feeding Habits
Blue Paradise Flycatcher primarily consumes insects, foraging from the ground to 15 meters high. Behaviors and any unique dietary traits are not well-documented.
Habitat
The habitat of blue Paradise Flycatcher is predominantly the understory of primary forests and areas of secondary growth. They are typically associated with lowland regions and tend to avoid isolated patches of secondary vegetation, favoring continuous expanses that support their foraging and nesting behaviors.
Dite type
Insectivorous
Photo By Ayuwat Jearwattanakanok
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Monarchs Genus
Paradise Flycatchers Species
Blue Paradise Flycatcher