Rufous-tailed palm thrush
species of bird
The rufous-tailed palm thrush (Cichladusa ruficauda) is a species of bird in the family Muscicapidae.
Taxonomy
The rufous-tailed palm thrush was described as Bradyornis ruficauda by Hartlaub in 1857. The species is monotypic.
Distribution and habitat
This species is found in Angola, Central African Republic, Republic of the Congo, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, and Namibia. The size of its range is estimated at 1,700,000 km2 (660,000 sq mi). Its habitat is palms, dry forests and secondary forests in riparian and coastal areas, at elevations of up to 1,200 m (3,900 ft). It also occurs in banana plantations and gardens.
Description
Its length is 17–18 cm (6.7–7.1 in), and its weight is 22–37 g (0.78–1.31 oz). The sexes are alike. The head and nape are bright rufous-brown.
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