Cinnamon Flycatcher

Rhipidura matthiae

The Cinnamon Flycatcher (Rhipidura matthiae) is a small passerine bird found in the forests and woodlands of New Guinea. It is characterized by its cinnamon-brown plumage, with a distinctive white eyebrow and black bill. This species is known for its agile and acrobatic flight as it catches insects in mid-air. The Cinnamon Flycatcher is a vocal bird, often heard singing a melodious and repetitive series of notes. It builds cup-shaped nests in the forest undergrowth and feeds primarily on insects. This species plays a vital role in the ecosystem as an insect predator, contributing to the control of insect populations in its habitat.

Habitat: Forests and woodlands of New Guinea