Blue-throated Flycatcher
NameBlue-throated Flycatcher
Common NameBlue-throated Flycatcher
Scientific NameCyornis rubeculoides
FamilyMuscicapidae
Wingspan (cm)16.5
Length (cm)13.5
Weight (g)13
Plumage DetailsMales display brilliant blue on the head, throat, and upperparts, with a striking bright orange breast and flanks, transitioning to a white belly. The tail is dark with white outer tail feathers. Females are duller, with brownish-olive upperparts and a bluish wash on the wings and tail.
Vocalization / CallIts song is a series of clear, melodious, often rising whistles, sometimes described as 'twee-twee-twee-twee-twee'. It also has sharp 'chak' calls.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound across the Himalayas, Northeast India, and Southeast Asia, including parts of China, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and Cambodia. It is a migratory species in some parts of its range, moving to lower altitudes or southern areas during winter.
Identifying Featuresbright blue head and upperparts, vibrant orange breast, white belly, small size, dark bill
Description
A small, vibrant flycatcher characterized by its brilliant blue upperparts, throat, and head, contrasting sharply with a bright orange breast and white belly. This active bird typically forages for insects in the undergrowth of forests, often perching on low branches.
