Rennell Fantail
NameRennell Fantail
Common NameRennell Fantail
Scientific NameRhipidura rennelliana
FamilyRhipiduridae
Wingspan (cm)16.5
Length (cm)15.5
Weight (g)9
Plumage DetailsUniform dull brownish-grey plumage overall, lacking prominent white markings. The tail is long and appears slightly graduated, often held fanned.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations consist of high-pitched, thin, and often squeaky notes, sometimes delivered in a trilling series.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusnear-threatened
Geographic RangeEndemic to Rennell Island, which is part of the Solomon Islands archipelago.
Identifying FeaturesLong, fanned tail, Uniform dull brownish-grey plumage, Active foraging behavior, Endemic to Rennell Island
Description
The Rennell Fantail is a small, drab fantail endemic to Rennell Island, characterized by its long, often fanned tail. It actively forages for insects in the understory and mid-story of its forest habitat.
