Atlantic Royal Flycatcher vs Ruddy-tailed Flycatcher
Onychorhynchus swainsoni compared with Terenotriccus erythrurus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Atlantic Royal Flycatcher | Ruddy-tailed Flycatcher |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Onychorhynchus swainsoni | Terenotriccus erythrurus |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Onychorhynchidae | Onychorhynchidae |
| Conservation Status | Vulnerable | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 17.3 cm (6.8 in) | 9.5 cm (3.7 in) |
| Weight | 23.5 g (0.83 oz) | 6.975 g (0.25 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-3 | 2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
Atlantic Royal Flycatcher
Least Concern
Ruddy-tailed Flycatcher
About These Birds
Atlantic Royal Flycatcher
The Atlantic Royal Flycatcher is a Vulnerable passerine found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil, belonging to the family Onychorhynchidae. Weighing about 23.5g with a wingspan of 17.3cm, it has a spectacular fan-shaped crest — red in males, orange in females — rarely displayed. It sallies for insects from exposed perches in humid forest.