Blue-fronted Flycatcher
NameBlue-fronted Flycatcher
Common NameBlue-fronted Flycatcher
Scientific NameCyornis hoevelli
FamilyMuscicapidae
Wingspan (cm)20
Length (cm)13.5
Weight (g)12
Plumage DetailsMales have a deep blue head, nape, and upperparts, with a brighter blue forehead. The throat, breast, and flanks are vibrant rufous-orange, fading to whitish on the lower belly. Females are duller, with brownish upperparts and paler orange underparts.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations consist of thin, high-pitched whistles and trills, often delivered from within dense foliage.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the island of Sulawesi, Indonesia, primarily found in its central and southern montane regions.
Identifying FeaturesBright blue head and upperparts (male), Vibrant rufous-orange throat and breast (male), Small size, Endemic to Sulawesi's montane forests
Description
This small, vibrant flycatcher is endemic to the montane forests of Sulawesi. Males display striking deep blue plumage on the head and upperparts, contrasting sharply with bright rufous-orange underparts. They are typically observed foraging for insects within the forest understory.
