Brown-capped Fantail
NameBrown-capped Fantail
Common NameBrown-capped Fantail
Scientific NameRhipidura diluta
FamilyRhipiduridae
Wingspan (cm)19
Length (cm)14.5
Weight (g)8.5
Plumage DetailsThis fantail has a dark brown cap, a prominent white throat patch, and a dark band across the upper breast. Its upperparts are greyish-brown, with a rufous wash on the rump and flanks, and its underparts are paler. The long tail is dark and often fanned.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations are typically high-pitched, thin, and squeaky, often delivered as a series of notes or a chattering song.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Lesser Sunda Islands in Indonesia, specifically found on Sumba, Flores, and Timor.
Identifying Featuresbrown cap, white throat patch, greyish-brown body, long fanned tail, active foraging behavior
Description
The Brown-capped Fantail is a small, active passerine known for its distinctive brown cap and white throat. It constantly fans its long tail while foraging for insects in the undergrowth of tropical forests.
