Red-breasted Flycatcher
NameRed-breasted Flycatcher
Common NameRed-breasted Flycatcher
Scientific NameFicedula parva
FamilyMuscicapidae
Wingspan (cm)19.5
Length (cm)12
Weight (g)10.5
Plumage DetailsAdult males have a grey head, nape, and upperparts, with a bright orange-red throat and breast that fades into a white belly. The tail is blackish with prominent white patches on the outer tail feathers. Females and immatures are duller, with brownish-grey upperparts, whitish underparts, and often a buff wash on the breast, lacking the bright orange.
Vocalization / CallIts call is a distinctive, often repeated 'zrrrt' or 'trrr' sound. The song is a melodious, warbling series of notes, sometimes described as 'twee-twee-twee-choo-choo'.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeBreeds across eastern Europe and western Asia, extending into Siberia. It is a migratory species, wintering primarily in southern Asia, including India, Bangladesh, and Nepal.
Identifying Featuresorange-red throat and breast (adult male), grey head and upperparts (adult male), white outer tail feathers, small size, active tail-flicking behavior
Description
A small, active passerine, the Red-breasted Flycatcher is known for its distinctive plumage and tail-flicking behavior. Males display a striking orange-red throat and breast, contrasting with their grey upperparts. They are typically found in deciduous and mixed forests, where they actively forage for insects.
