Taveuni silktail

The Taveuni silktail (Lamprolia victoriae) is a species of bird endemic to Fiji.

[2] The Taveuni silktail is a small black bird, measuring around 12 centimetres (4.7 in) and weighing 16 to 21 g (0.56–0.74 oz).

The plumage of the male is velvet black with metallic blue iridescent spangling on the crown and breast, and silky white lower-back patch that travels most of the length down the tail.

The female is similar to the male, except less glossy, and immature birds are duller than the adults and may have buffy rumps and backs.

The species occurs within the Ravilevu Nature Reserve and the Bouma National Heritage Park.

Vidawa, Taveuni, Fiji Isles ( golden whistler calling in background)