Meratus Blue Flycatcher
Meratus Blue Flycatcher
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The Dayak Blue Flycatcher is a newly recognized species, visually similar to other blue flycatchers with its blue upperparts and orange underparts. It is endemic to the island of Borneo.
Where to spot
Endemic to the island of Borneo, found in various forest types, often at middle to high elevations in montane forests.
How to spot
Look for its typical blue and orange flycatcher pattern. Differentiation from similar species might require attention to subtle plumage details or vocalizations, which are key for identifying newly split species.
When to spot
A resident species, observable year-round. Most active in the early morning and late afternoon, foraging for insects in the mid-canopy.
Where to spot
Endemic to the island of Borneo, found in various forest types, often at middle to high elevations in montane forests.
How to spot
Look for its typical blue and orange flycatcher pattern. Differentiation from similar species might require attention to subtle plumage details or vocalizations, which are key for identifying newly split species.
When to spot
A resident species, observable year-round. Most active in the early morning and late afternoon, foraging for insects in the mid-canopy.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This species was recently split from the Hill Blue Flycatcher, demonstrating the ongoing discovery and reclassification within avian taxonomy, especially in biologically rich regions like Borneo.
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