Hainan Blue Flycatcher
NameHainan Blue Flycatcher
Common NameHainan Blue Flycatcher
Scientific NameCyornis hainanus
FamilyMuscicapidae
Wingspan (cm)19
Length (cm)14
Weight (g)12
Plumage DetailsMales have bright cobalt blue upperparts, head, and throat, with a darker lore and eye-ring. The lower breast and belly are whitish to pale greyish-buff. Females are duller, often with a brownish-blue wash on the upperparts and a paler throat.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a series of clear, high-pitched whistles and trills, often delivered rapidly.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound on Hainan Island (China) and across parts of mainland Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and Cambodia.
Identifying FeaturesBright blue upperparts (male), Pale greyish-buff belly, Small size, Dark lore and eye-ring
Description
This small, vibrant flycatcher is characterized by its brilliant blue plumage on the upperparts and a contrasting pale belly. It is typically found in the undergrowth of moist forests, actively sallying out to catch insects.
