Chestnut-naped Forktail
NameChestnut-naped Forktail
Common NameChestnut-naped Forktail
Scientific NameEnicurus ruficapillus
FamilyMuscicapidae
Wingspan (cm)28
Length (cm)19
Weight (g)28.5
Plumage DetailsFeatures a prominent chestnut crown and nape, contrasting with a black face, throat, and upper breast. The back is black with two bold white wing bars, and the underparts are pure white. Its long, deeply forked tail is black with white outer feathers and tips.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a high-pitched, thin 'tsee-tsee' or 'swee-swee' call, often given repeatedly. It also produces a short, sharp 'chip' note.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeNative to Southeast Asia, its range includes the Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, Borneo, and parts of southern Thailand and Myanmar, typically found in lowland and montane evergreen forests.
Identifying FeaturesChestnut crown and nape, Black face and throat, Prominent white wing bars on black back, Long, deeply forked black and white tail, White underparts, Forages along forest streams
Description
The Chestnut-naped Forktail is a striking passerine bird known for its distinctive plumage and habit of foraging along clear forest streams. It constantly wags its long, deeply forked tail while searching for aquatic invertebrates.
