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Grey fantail.
Grey fantail

Scientific name

Rhipidura albiscapa pelzelni

Size

    Length: 14-16.5 cm

    Wingspan: 18-22.5 cm 

Population

Common

Residency status

Endemic

Where to see

You won't have to look too hard to see one of these birds, as they will often accompany walkers. We like to think they are saying hello, but really, they are hoping to catch the insects disturbed by your steps.