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Sumatran Blue Robin

Myiomela sumatrana

Sumatran Blue Robin (Myiomela sumatrana) — Songbirds & Perching Birds of South & Southeast Asia.

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The Sumatran Blue Robin (Myiomela sumatrana) is a member of the Muscicapidae family found in South & Southeast Asia.

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Where it fits

  1. Class Aves
  2. Order Passeriformes
  3. Family Muscicapidae Chats, Old World Flycatchers
  4. Genus Myiomela
  5. Species sumatrana

Where it lives

Montane Sumatra

Quick facts

Family
Muscicapidae

Biology & behaviour

The Sumatran Blue Robin (Myiomela sumatrana) is a species of bird in the family Chats, old world flycatchers (Muscicapidae), part of the order Passeriformes. It is found across South & Southeast Asia. Its breeding range covers OR montane Sumatra.

This profile is being expanded. We’re adding identification tips, calls, behaviour and conservation notes for the Sumatran Blue Robin — one of the world’s many fascinating songbirds & perching birds. Spotted one? You can log it to your life list and share your photos with the flock.

Conservation

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Every bird benefits from bird-safe windows, native plants, and keeping cats indoors. Small changes at home add up to real protection.

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