Asian Fairy-bluebird

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Asian Fairy-bluebird (<em>Irena puella</em>) is a species of Fairy-bluebirds (<em>Irenidae</em>) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).

Overview

Asian Fairy-bluebird (Irena puella) is a species of Fairy-bluebirds (Irenidae) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines). A brilliant ultramarine-blue bird with black underparts in males; feeds on fruit high in forest canopies; a canopy resident of South and Southeast Asian forests; often in small flocks at fruiting trees.

Scientific Classification

Genus: Irena; binomial: Irena puella; authority: (Latham, 1790). Typical size: 24-26cm. Average lifespan: 5-10 years.

Distribution

Breeding range: the Oriental Region.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

No additional remarks recorded.

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