Image via Macaulay Library
Indian Paradise-Flycatcher
- Scientific name
- Terpsiphone paradisi
- Family
- Monarchidae
- Conservation status
- Least concern
- Habitat
- Forest deciduous
- Wing shape
- Pointed
- Tail shape
- Long
Where it came from
The Indian Paradise-Flycatcher, classified as Terpsiphone paradisi, is a passerine bird native to the Indian subcontinent and parts of Central and Southeast Asia. Ornithological documentation of the species dates back to the early 19th century, with its striking appearance—notably the elongated central tail feathers of the male—making it a subject of fascination for colonial-era naturalists who sought to categorize the vast biodiversity of the region.
The bird's distinct morphology, characterized by pointed, efficient wings and a dramatically long tail, has been a central focus in studies of sexual selection. Early scientific illustrations, particularly those produced during the British Raj by artists documenting local fauna, emphasized the bird's graceful flight patterns and the drastic plumage transition that occurs as males mature, moving from chestnut to white coloration.
Generated by Pi, the collecto.rs collecting companion
Who's collecting this
Real birds collectors on collecto.rs who have this in their public collection.
About Indian Paradise-Flycatcher
Indian Paradise-Flycatcher is a bird in the Birdwatching catalog on collecto.rs. Catalog data is sourced from eBird. No public birds collectors track this one yet — adding yours would make you the first on collecto.rs.
How many collectors track Indian Paradise-Flycatcher on collecto.rs?
Indian Paradise-Flycatcher doesn't have any public collectors on collecto.rs yet. Sign up to add it and become the first.
Can I track my own copy of Indian Paradise-Flycatcher?
Yes. collecto.rs is free — sign up to log your bird, upload photos, record condition, edition, and acquisition cost, and connect with other birdwatching collectors. Your collection stays private by default.
Where does the Indian Paradise-Flycatcher catalog entry come from?
The catalog entry for Indian Paradise-Flycatcher is sourced from eBird. Catalog-level facts stay consistent across every collector; your own data (condition, edition, acquisition notes) is yours.
Is collecto.rs birds tracking free?
Yes. Tracking your birds is free — no paid tier required to catalog items, upload photos, or share your collection.
Track every bird you own
Free. Fun. Collection photos, notes, organization, value tracking, friends — all in one place.
Sign up free
