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Turquoise Flycatcher

Turquoise Flycatcher

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The Turquoise Flycatcher is a captivating bird with males exhibiting vibrant turquoise-blue plumage and a black mask, while females are duller. It is a shy inhabitant of dense forests.
Where to spot
Found in mountainous regions of Southeast Asia, including parts of China, Vietnam, Laos, Thailand, and Myanmar. It prefers dense broadleaf evergreen forests.
How to spot
Look for the male's intense turquoise color and black mask. It can be elusive in dense foliage. Listen for its short, clear, whistled calls, which can help pinpoint its location.
When to spot
A resident species, observable year-round, with some possible altitudinal movements. Most active in the early morning and late afternoon, often foraging in the mid-story.
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File:Zappey's Flycatcher, Cyanoptila cumatilis,Xiaolongmen National Forest Park, Beijing, China.jpg
File:Cyanoptila cumatilis 185974190.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Zappey's Flycatcher, Cyanoptila cumatilis,Xiaolongmen National Forest Park, Beijing, China.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
This species was formerly considered a subspecies of the Blue-and-white Flycatcher but was recently elevated to full species status based on genetic and morphological differences.
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