Dimorphic Fantail
NameDimorphic Fantail
Common NameDimorphic Fantail
Scientific NameRhipidura brachyrhyncha
FamilyRhipiduridae
Wingspan (cm)18
Length (cm)14
Weight (g)11.5
Plumage DetailsUpperparts, head, and breast are rufous-brown, transitioning to a paler, grayish-buff on the belly. The tail is rufous with darker brown central feathers and tips, often spread in a fan shape. It has a short, fine bill and dark eyes.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a series of high-pitched, thin, sibilant whistles, often delivered rapidly, and a chattering trill.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the island of New Guinea, where it is found in the montane regions, typically at elevations between 1,200 and 2,700 meters.
Identifying Featuresrufous-brown plumage, rufous, fanning tail, small size, active foraging behavior, short bill
Description
The Dimorphic Fantail is a small, active insectivorous bird found in the montane forests of New Guinea. It is characterized by its predominantly rufous-brown plumage and a distinctive rufous tail that is often fanned during foraging. This species actively gleans insects from foliage and branches in the understory and mid-story.
