Flamecrest

Regulus goodfellowi

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Passeriformes · Regulidae

About

The flamecrest, also known as the Taiwan firecrest, is a species of bird in the kinglet family Regulidae. It is endemic to the mountains of Taiwan.

Fun Fact

in) and weight about 7 g, making it the smallest of all Taiwan's endemic bird species, and the smallest and most colourful member of its family in the world.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Inhabits evergreen trees in coniferous forests over 2,000 m above sea level, though it is commonest above 2,500 m and ranges upward to 3,700 m.

Diet

Insectivore

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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