Visayan Fantail
NameVisayan Fantail
Common NameVisayan Fantail
Scientific NameRhipidura samarensis
FamilyRhipiduridae
Wingspan (cm)18
Length (cm)15.5
Weight (g)11
Plumage DetailsThe head, nape, and upperparts are dark gray, contrasting with a white throat and belly. The rump and tail are a distinctive rufous-orange, often fanned to reveal the color. There may be a faint pale supercilium.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations typically consist of a series of high-pitched, often squeaky or chattering notes, sometimes described as a 'tseep-tseep' or 'chip-chip' call.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusnear-threatened
Geographic RangeEndemic to the central Visayan islands of the Philippines, including Samar, Leyte, Bohol, Negros, and Cebu.
Identifying FeaturesRufous-orange tail, Dark gray upperparts, White throat and belly, Active, fanning tail behavior, Small size
Description
The Visayan Fantail is a small, active passerine bird endemic to the central Philippines. It is characterized by its dark gray upperparts, white underparts, and a striking rufous-orange tail, which it frequently fans while foraging for insects in the forest understory.
