Orthotomus sericeus
The Rufous-tailed Tailorbird is a small bird with a bright chestnut hood and rufous tail. The upperparts are dark ashy grey, while its throat and underparts are creamy white, with a slight cinnamon wash on the breast and flanks. It has a relatively long, slightly curved bill and pinkish legs.
Males and females appear nearly identical, except females have black markings on their tail feathers. Juveniles have olive-brown upperparts with a subtle rufous crown, and their tails are duller with black markings. They also show a creamy underside with a pale yellow tinge.
Length
10cm to 13.5cm
Wingspan
14cm to 16cm
Weight
6g to 9g
Males and females have similar plumage
Primary Colour
Brown Grey
Secondary Colour
White Rufous
Beak Colour
Grey
Leg Colour
Pink
Woodland
Garden
Wetland
Coastal
Urban
Farmland
Grassland
Desert
Tundra
Rainforest
Mountain
Savanna
Rufous-tailed Tailorbirds inhabit tropical and subtropical lowland forests, secondary growth, and forest edges across Southeast Asia. They are found in countries such as Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines.
These birds are year-round residents in their range, showing no significant seasonal movements. They adapt well to various forest types but prefer areas with dense understory vegetation.
Up to 1,550 meters
Tropical, Subtropical
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