Biak Fantail vs Rusty-bellied Fantail
Rhipidura kordensis compared with Rhipidura teysmanni
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Biak Fantail | Rusty-bellied Fantail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Rhipidura kordensis | Rhipidura teysmanni |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Rhipiduridae | Rhipiduridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 16.3 cm (6.4 in) | 14.2 cm (5.6 in) |
| Weight | 13.0 g (0.46 oz) | 11.5 g (0.41 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Biak Fantail
Least Concern
Rusty-bellied Fantail
About These Birds
Biak Fantail
The Biak Fantail is a small, active flycatcher endemic to Biak Island in Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia. It has brown and white plumage typical of fantails and fans its long tail continuously while foraging. It inhabits forest undergrowth and edges, catching insects in flight and by gleaning foliage.