Old World Flycatchers
Indian Paradise Flycatcher
Terpsiphone paradisi
ABOUT THE BIRD
The Indian Paradise Flycatcher is an elegant forest bird recognised for its striking plumage and exceptionally long tail in adult males.
IDENTIFICATION
Identification
Males can develop long flowing tail feathers, while the species is also recognised by its contrasting head, body and wing plumage.
BEHAVIOUR
Behaviour
An active insect hunter that often moves through forest vegetation and catches insects in flight.
DIET
Diet
Primarily feeds on insects captured from vegetation or during short aerial pursuits.
HABITAT
Habitat
Usually associated with forests, woodland, gardens and other well-vegetated habitats.
FROM THE FIELD
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FIELD LOCATIONS
Where I
Where I
Photographed It
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India
Indian Subcontinent
FIELD NOTES
A moment
A moment
from the field
Watching a Paradise Flycatcher move through the branches is one of the most graceful experiences in bird photography.