Chestnut-naped Forktail (Enicurus ruficapillus) — Near Threatened Aves

Chestnut-naped Forktail

Enicurus ruficapillus

Conservation Status

Near Threatened

Aves · Passeriformes · Muscicapidae

About

The chestnut-naped forktail is a species of bird in the flycatcher and chat family Muscicapidae. The species is monotypic, having no subspecies. It is found in Sundaland, in southern Burma and Thailand to Peninsular Malaysia, as well as Sumatra and Borneo. The species is not migratory.

Fun Fact

The species is found along clear rivers and streams in lowland and hill rainforest.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in secondary scrub, dry ridges, and along logging roads.

Diet

Eating a range of insects including earwigs, beetles, ants and caterpillars.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Hunting and Collection
  • Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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