Natewa Silktail
Lamprolia klinesmithi
VulnerableAves · Passeriformes · Rhipiduridae
About
The Natewa silktail is a species of bird endemic to Fiji. This beautiful bird looks superficially like a diminutive bird-of-paradise but it is actually closely related to the fantails.
Fun Fact
This beautiful bird looks superficially like a diminutive bird-of-paradise but it is actually closely related to the fantails.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Occurs in mature wet rainforests, as well as forest patches, and is also found in human-modified habitats such as logged forests and in plantations near patches of natural forest.
Diet
Diet consists mainly of insects, worms and arthropods.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Degradation
- Overexploitation
- Invasive Species
- Climate Change