Grey-headed Canary-Flycatcher
NameGrey-headed Canary-Flycatcher
Common NameGrey-headed Canary-Flycatcher
Scientific NameCulicicapa ceylonensis
FamilyStenostiridae
Wingspan (cm)17
Length (cm)11
Weight (g)6.5
Plumage DetailsThe head and nape are slate-grey, contrasting sharply with a white throat and bright yellow underparts. The back, wings, and tail are olive-green, with darker flight feathers and a pale greyish-white vent.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a high-pitched, thin, sibilant "swee-swee-swee" or "twee-twee-twee" song, often delivered rapidly. It also has soft, sharp call notes used for communication.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound across a wide range in South and Southeast Asia, from the Himalayas south to Sri Lanka and east through Indochina to parts of Indonesia.
Identifying Featuresgrey head, bright yellow underparts, olive-green back, small size, active foraging style
Description
This small, active flycatcher is easily recognized by its distinctive grey head, bright yellow underparts, and olive-green back. It typically forages for insects in the mid-canopy of forests, often flicking its tail and wings while searching for prey.
