Tanahjampea Monarch
NameTanahjampea Monarch
Common NameTanahjampea Monarch
Scientific NameSymposiachrus everetti
FamilyMonarchidae
Wingspan (cm)20
Length (cm)14
Weight (g)15
Plumage DetailsThe head, throat, and upperparts are glossy black, extending down to the upper breast. The belly and vent are pure white. The tail is black with prominent white outer tail feathers, which are visible when the tail is fanned.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations are generally described as a series of clear whistles or chattering notes, typical of monarch flycatchers, though specific details for this localized species are scarce.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusnear-threatened
Geographic RangeEndemic to Tanahjampea Island (also known as Jampea Island) in the Flores Sea, Indonesia.
Identifying Featuresblack and white plumage, black head and throat, white belly, white outer tail feathers, small size
Description
This small, striking monarch flycatcher exhibits a bold black and white plumage. It is an active bird, typically found foraging for insects in the mid-story and canopy of its forest habitat, often moving quickly through the foliage.
