Taveuni Silktail vs Black Fantail
Lamprolia victoriae compared with Rhipidura atra
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Taveuni Silktail | Black Fantail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lamprolia victoriae | Rhipidura atra |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Rhipiduridae | Rhipiduridae |
| Conservation Status | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 16.3 cm (6.4 in) | 15.7 cm (6.2 in) |
| Weight | 19.333333333333332 g (0.68 oz) | 11.4 g (0.40 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1 | 1 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
Taveuni Silktail
Least Concern
Black Fantail
About These Birds
Black Fantail
The Black Fantail is a small, entirely jet-black fantail that enthusiastically fans its long tail while foraging. It inhabits montane rainforests of New Guinea, typically at elevations from 1,200 to 2,800 meters, where it is found in forest interior and dense undergrowth. It feeds on insects, catching them by sallying from perches or gleaning from foliage, often in mixed-species bird flocks.