Long-tailed Broadbill
NameLong-tailed Broadbill
Common NameLong-tailed Broadbill
Scientific NamePsarisomus dalhousiae
FamilyEurylaimidae
Wingspan (cm)23
Length (cm)26.5
Weight (g)55
Plumage DetailsThe plumage is predominantly emerald green, with a black head featuring a broad yellow stripe extending from the lores over the eye to the nape, and a blue patch on the crown. The wings are black with blue patches, and the long, graduated tail is a striking cobalt blue.
Vocalization / CallKnown for its loud, whistling calls, often a series of rising and falling whistles, sometimes described as a 'pee-yew' or 'whee-oo' sound, frequently given in chorus by a group.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound across the Himalayas and Southeast Asia, including countries such as Nepal, Bhutan, India, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Indonesia (Sumatra).
Identifying FeaturesLong, brilliant blue tail, Vibrant emerald green body, Black head with yellow facial stripe and blue crown patch, Broad, stout bill
Description
This vibrant, medium-sized bird is characterized by its striking green body, black head, and a long, brilliant blue tail. It typically inhabits the mid-canopy of moist tropical and subtropical forests, where it actively forages for insects.
