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English: The sapphire flycatcher, belonging to the family Muscicapidae, graces the forests of Bangladesh, Bhutan, China, India, Laos, Myanmar, Nepal, Thailand, and Vietnam. Its preferred habitat comprises subtropical or tropical moist montane forests.

The breeding adult male dons a regal coat of royal blue, complemented by a white belly and an orange throat and chest. In contrast, the brown female may appear dull and potentially confusing, yet distinguished by a pale orange throat, rufous uppertail, and a small, stout appearance. Non-breeding and immature males resemble females but sport blue wings and back.

During the breeding season, the sapphire flycatcher seeks refuge in moist broadleaf evergreen montane forests, while descending to open forest and forest edges in winter. It forages at middle levels, often alongside mixed-species flocks. Its song is characterized by a brief series of high thin notes followed by a clicking rattle.

This striking bird was captured on camera in Latpanchar, West Bengal, India.