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Black-and-cinnamon Fantail
Rhipidura nigrocinnamomea
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Least Concern
Wingspan
15.0 cm
Weight
12.5 g
Family
Rhipiduridae
Order
Passeriformes
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About
The Black-and-cinnamon Fantail is a distinctive fantail endemic to the montane forests of Mindanao in the Philippines. It has black upperparts and bright cinnamon underparts, making it one of the most colorful fantails. It forages actively in the forest understory and mid-canopy, fanning its tail and catching insects.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 15.0 cm | 5.9 in |
| Weight | 12.5 g | 0.44 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Rhipiduridae (Fantails) |
| Genus | Rhipidura |
| Species | Rhipidura nigrocinnamomea |
Distribution
Black-and-cinnamon Fantail has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Black-and-cinnamon Fantail endangered?
The Black-and-cinnamon Fantail has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the Black-and-cinnamon Fantail?
The Black-and-cinnamon Fantail has a wingspan of 15.0 cm, weight of 12.5 g.
What order and family does the Black-and-cinnamon Fantail belong to?
The Black-and-cinnamon Fantail (Rhipidura nigrocinnamomea) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Rhipiduridae.
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