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Blyth's Paradise-Flycatcher

Blyth's Paradise-Flycatcher

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The Rufous-backed Paradise Flycatcher is a striking Asian species known for the males' elaborate long tail streamers and rich rufous upperparts. It is an active insectivore of forest habitats.
Where to spot
Found in parts of Southeast Asia, including the Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, and Borneo. Inhabits dense primary and secondary forests.
How to spot
Look for its distinctive rufous back and, in males, the extraordinarily long tail streamers. Observe it sallying from perches to catch insects. Its calls are typically soft whistles or chattering notes.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Best observed during breeding season when males are most prominent with their long tails, typically in the mornings.
The elongated tail feathers of the male continue to grow longer with each molt, becoming more impressive as the bird ages.
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