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File:Taveuni silktail (Lamprolia victoriae) Taveuni.jpg

Taveuni Silktail

Taveuni Silktail

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The Taveuni Silktail is a unique and iridescent bird endemic to the island of Taveuni in Fiji. It is known for its glossy black plumage with a distinctive white patch on the rump and a fan-like tail.
Where to spot
Endemic to Taveuni Island, Fiji, found in montane rainforests.
How to spot
Look for its glossy black plumage and the contrasting white patch on its rump. Its fan-like tail is also distinctive. It can be quite approachable, moving actively through the foliage.
When to spot
Active throughout the day, often foraging in the undergrowth or mid-story.
File:Taveuni silktail (Lamprolia victoriae) Taveuni.jpg
File:Taveuni silktail (Lamprolia victoriae) Taveuni.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
The Taveuni Silktail's tail feathers are remarkably stiff and resemble fine hairs, which give the bird its 'silktail' name.
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