Turquoise Flycatcher
NameTurquoise Flycatcher
Common NameTurquoise Flycatcher
Scientific NameEumyias panayensis
FamilyMuscicapidae
Wingspan (cm)21
Length (cm)14.5
Weight (g)12.5
Plumage DetailsMales are largely brilliant turquoise-blue, with a distinct black mask extending from the lores to behind the eye. The underparts are slightly paler, often with a whitish belly. Females are generally duller in coloration.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations consist of a series of high-pitched, thin, sibilant whistles or trills, often delivered rapidly.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Philippines and Sulawesi, Indonesia, found across various islands including Panay, Negros, Mindanao, Luzon, and Sulawesi.
Identifying FeaturesVibrant turquoise-blue plumage (male), Black facial mask, Small size, Upright posture, Insectivorous feeding behavior
Description
The Turquoise Flycatcher is a small, vibrant blue passerine bird known for its striking plumage and active insect-catching behavior. It typically perches upright in the mid-story or understory of montane forests, sallying out to catch insects in flight.
