Fan-tailed Monarch
NameFan-tailed Monarch
Common NameFan-tailed Monarch
Scientific NameSymposiachrus axillaris
FamilyMonarchidae
Wingspan (cm)20
Length (cm)15
Weight (g)13
Plumage DetailsEntirely glossy black plumage with a prominent white patch on the primary coverts, visible as a striking white 'shoulder' or 'wing patch' against the dark body.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a series of high-pitched, whistled notes and chattering calls.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the montane rainforests of New Guinea.
Identifying FeaturesSmall size, Glossy black plumage, Prominent white wing patch, Active foraging behavior, Often fans its tail
Description
The Fan-tailed Monarch is a small, active passerine bird characterized by its glossy black plumage and a distinctive white patch on its wings. It is known for its energetic foraging behavior, often fanning its tail as it moves through the forest understory.
