Rufous-tailed Fantail
NameRufous-tailed Fantail
Common NameRufous-tailed Fantail
Scientific NameRhipidura ruficauda
FamilyRhipiduridae
Wingspan (cm)16.5
Length (cm)15
Weight (g)10
Plumage DetailsThis fantail has dark brown to blackish upperparts, a prominent white supercilium (eyebrow stripe), and a white throat patch. Its underparts are paler, often buffy or rufous-tinged, and its most striking feature is the bright rufous (reddish-brown) tail.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations typically consist of a series of high-pitched, thin, squeaky notes or a rapid, chattering song.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeThe Rufous-tailed Fantail is native to Southeast Asia, with its range extending across the Philippines, Indonesia (Sulawesi, Moluccas), and Papua New Guinea.
Identifying FeaturesBright rufous (reddish-brown) fanned tail, Dark plumage with white supercilium, White throat patch, Small size and active foraging behavior
Description
The Rufous-tailed Fantail is a small, active passerine bird characterized by its distinctive reddish-brown tail, which it frequently fans. It is typically found foraging for insects in the undergrowth and mid-story of tropical and subtropical forests, constantly moving and flicking its tail and wings.
