Silver-rumped Spinetail
Rhaphidura leucopygialis
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À propos
A small spinetail swift (10-11 cm) found in lowland forests from the Malay Peninsula through Sumatra and Borneo. Dark plumage with a conspicuous silvery-white rump. Spine-tipped tail. Aerial insectivore, often foraging in small flocks over forest canopy and rivers.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 23,2 cm | 9.1 in |
| Poids | 13,65 g | 0.48 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Small; dark blackish-brown upperparts; silvery-white rump band gleaming in flight; underparts pale whitish-grey; short spiny tail tips; Sundaic forest specialist; silvery rather than clean white rump distinguishes from White-rumped Spinetail.
Habitat & Range
Répartition géographique
Found from Myanmar and the Thai-Malay Peninsula south through Sumatra and Borneo. Resident in lowland and hill forest. Uncommon.
Diet & Feeding
Obligate aerial forager on small insects and airborne spiders; among the fastest-flying of all swift species.
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: CV.
Son
Chant
High, thin squeaking notes delivered at rapid pace; silvery twittering with brief pauses forming loose conversational chatter.
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Caprimulgiformes (Nightjars & Swifts) |
| Famille | Apodidae (Swifts) |
| Genus | Rhaphidura |
| Espèces | Rhaphidura leucopygialis |
Distribution
Silver-rumped Spinetail has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Apodidae family