Biak Fantail vs Micronesian Rufous Fantail
Rhipidura kordensis compared with Rhipidura versicolor
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Biak Fantail | Micronesian Rufous Fantail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Rhipidura kordensis | Rhipidura versicolor |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Rhipiduridae | Rhipiduridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 16.3 cm (6.4 in) | — |
| Weight | 13.0 g (0.46 oz) | — |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Biak Fantail
Not Evaluated
Micronesian Rufous 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.