Blue Throated Blue Flycatcher

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The blue-throated flycatcher(Cyornis rubeculoides) is a small passerine bird in the flycatcher family. It resembles Cyornis tickelliae but easily separated by the blue throat. The habitat of this species is a thicker forest than other species of flycatchers. The blue-throated flycatcher is found in much of the Indian sub continent , all through the Himalayas, the plains and Western Ghats of India.

Identification:

  • Male: Bright blue upper parts, a rich blue throat and breast, and white underparts.
  • Female: Duller with olive-brown upper parts and a paler blue throat and breast.
  • Size: Approximately 15 cm (6 inches) in length.

Habitat:

  • Prefers forested areas, often found in subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests and montane forests.
  • Can be seen in both primary and secondary forests, as well as plantations and wooded areas near human settlements.

Behavior:

  • Typically seen singly or in pairs.
  • Feeds mainly on insects, catching them in flight or foraging among foliage.

Breeding:

  • Nesting often occurs in tree cavities or holes in walls, with the female building the nest from grass, leaves, and other plant materials.
  • The breeding season varies by location but generally occurs during the warmer months.

Distribution:

  • Found in a range from the Indian subcontinent to parts of Southeast Asia, including countries like India, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and China.

Conservation Status:

  • Listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, but habitat destruction could pose future threats.

Last updated: August 4, 2024