Dayak blue flycatcher

The Dayak blue flycatcher is a species of bird in the family Muscicapidae. It is endemic to the island of Borneo. The Dayak blue flycatcher, formerly considered conspecific with the Javan blue flycatcher, was split as a distinct species by the IOC in 2021.

Loading map...

Distribution

Region

Borneo

Typical Environment

Occurs in the forested lowlands and foothills of Borneo, including primary and well-structured secondary evergreen forest. It favors shaded understory along streams, gullies, and forest edges where it can sally for insects from low perches. It may also use selectively logged forest if sufficient understory and midstory cover remain. Overall, it is tied to humid, closed-canopy habitats and avoids open country.

Altitude Range

Sea level to 1500 m

Climate Zone

Tropical

Characteristics

Size14–16 cm

Wing Span20–24 cm

Male Weight0.015 kg

Female Weight0.013 kg

Life Expectancy6 years

Ease of Keeping

Beginner friendly: 1/5

Useful to know

The Dayak blue flycatcher is a recently recognized species, split from the Javan blue flycatcher by the IOC in 2021. It is confined to Borneo and named after the Dayak peoples of the island. Males show vivid blue upperparts contrasted with warm orange on the breast, while females are more subdued and brownish with bluish tones.

Gallery

Behaviour

Temperament

shy and unobtrusive

Flight Pattern

short rapid wingbeats with quick sallies

Social Behavior

Typically solitary or in pairs during the breeding season. Holds small territories in suitable understory habitat. Nests are placed in natural cavities, banks, or sheltered crevices, with both parents contributing to care of the young.

Migratory Pattern

Resident

Song Description

A clear, sweet series of mellow whistles delivered from a shaded perch, often at dawn. Calls include thin, high chips and soft ticking notes when agitated or foraging.

Unlock detailed bird insights with Pro access today.

Identification

Comb Type

Plumage Description

Feather Color

Leg Color

Earlobe Color

Eye Color

Feeding Habits

Diet

Preferred Environment

Requires Supplement

Population

Conservation Status

Species Status

Wild Population

Total Known Population

Demoiselle crane

The demoiselle crane is a species of crane found in central Eurosiberia, ranging from the Black Sea to Mongolia and Northeast China. There is also a small breeding population in Turkey. These cranes are migratory birds. Birds from western Eurasia will spend the winter in Africa while the birds from Asia, Mongolia and China will spend the winter in the Indian subcontinent. The bird is symbolically significant in the culture of India, where it is known as koonj or kurjaa.

Denham's bustard

Denham's bustard, Stanley bustard or Stanley's bustard is a large bird in the bustard family. It breeds in much of Sub-Saharan Africa. It is a species of open ground, including agricultural land, grassland, flood-plains and burnt fynbos. It is resident, but some inland populations move to lower altitudes in winter. The common names for this species refer to the English explorer, Major Dixon Denham, and the English naturalist Edward Smith-Stanley, 13th Earl of Derby.