Matinan Blue-Flycatcher

Matinan Blue-Flycatcher

Eumyias sanfordi

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Aves · Passeriformes · Muscicapidae

About

The Matinan blue flycatcher, also known as the Matinan flycatcher, is a species of bird in the family Muscicapidae. It is endemic to the island of Sulawesi in Indonesia. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forests, and the species is threatened by habitat loss.

Fun Fact

The Matinan blue flycatcher is an unobtrusive small bird with an adult length of about 14.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Endemic to the island of Sulawesi in Indonesia.

Diet

Feeds on small insects which it catches by swooping from a perch where it has been keenly surveying its surroundings while twisting its head from side to side.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance