Angola Slaty-Flycatcher
NameAngola Slaty-Flycatcher
Common NameAngola Slaty-Flycatcher
Scientific NameMelaenornis brunneus
FamilyMuscicapidae
Wingspan (cm)26
Length (cm)19
Weight (g)25
Plumage DetailsUpperparts are uniformly dark brown, often with a slaty cast. Underparts are paler, ranging from whitish to pale greyish-brown, particularly on the belly, with the throat and breast sometimes slightly darker or mottled. It has a dark bill and dark legs.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a series of clear, whistled notes, often described as melodious, and various chattering or buzzing calls.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeThis species is endemic to the highlands of western Angola, primarily found along the Angolan escarpment in montane and submontane forests.
Identifying FeaturesDull dark brown upperparts, Palish whitish to pale grey-brown underparts, Medium-sized flycatcher, Endemic to Angolan montane forests, Typical flycatcher foraging behavior
Description
The Angola Slaty-Flycatcher is a medium-sized Old World flycatcher with a rather drab, brownish plumage. It typically forages in the mid-story and canopy of montane forests, often sallying out from a perch to catch insects in flight.
