Malagasy Paradise Flycatcher
A species of Paradise Flycatchers Scientific name : Terpsiphone mutata Genus : Paradise Flycatchers
Malagasy Paradise Flycatcher, A species of Paradise Flycatchers
Botanical name: Terpsiphone mutata
Genus: Paradise Flycatchers
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Description
The Malagasy paradise flycatcher is a medium-sized passerine, measuring 18 cm (7.1 in) in length and weighing between 12.1 and 12.3 g (0.43 and 0.43 oz). Males have long tail plumes, which can add as much as 18 cm (7.1 in) to their overall length. The female is largely rufous-orange, with a black head and nape. The flight feathers on her wings are black with rufous edges, and she has a thin, light blue eyelid wattle. 
Size
18 - 30 cm
Feeding Habits
Malagasy Paradise Flycatcher primarily consumes insects and exhibits opportunistic feeding behaviors by joining mixed-species flocks as a 'follower.' Their foraging efficiency improves with the presence of common newtonias, and they adapt to forage closer to the ground when accompanied by rufous vangas.
Habitat
Malagasy Paradise Flycatcher thrives in diverse habitats ranging from sea level to elevations of 1,600 meters. These birds are primarily found in native forest environments, with the exception of montane forests. They are also present in other wooded areas such as mangroves, savannas, degraded woodlands, tree plantations, and even urban settings like parks and gardens. The highest population densities are typically observed between 750 and 1,200 meters in elevation.
Dite type
Insectivorous
General Info
Species Status
The IUCN rates the Malagasy paradise flycatcher as a species of Least Concern. Despite the fact that its numbers appear to be decreasing, the decline is not precipitous, the species is still common on Madagascar and its global range is sizable. A number of diurnal raptors, including Frances's sparrowhawk, yellow-billed kite and Madagascar harrier-hawk hunt Malagasy paradise flycatchers. In addition, there is at least one record of a common brown lemur eating a nestling Malagasy paradise flycatcher, one of the few records of a wild lemur eating anything other than plant material.
Scientific Classification
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Chordates Class
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Perching birds Family
Monarchs Genus
Paradise Flycatchers Species
Malagasy Paradise Flycatcher 
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