Bismarck Fantail vs Cinnamon-tailed Fantail
Rhipidura dahli compared with Rhipidura fuscorufa
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Bismarck Fantail | Cinnamon-tailed Fantail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Rhipidura dahli | Rhipidura fuscorufa |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Rhipiduridae | Rhipiduridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 13.2 cm (5.2 in) | 17.1 cm (6.7 in) |
| Weight | 9.75 g (0.34 oz) | 15.0 g (0.53 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Bismarck Fantail
Least Concern
Cinnamon-tailed Fantail
About These Birds
Bismarck Fantail
The Bismarck Fantail is a small, active fantail endemic to the Bismarck Archipelago in Papua New Guinea. It has brown and white plumage and continuously fans and spreads its long tail while foraging. It inhabits forest undergrowth and edges, catching insects in quick aerial sallies.