Rufescent Flycatcher
NameRufescent Flycatcher
Common NameRufescent Flycatcher
Scientific NameMyiarchus rufescens
FamilyTyrannidae
Wingspan (cm)26.5
Length (cm)19
Weight (g)30
Plumage DetailsUpperparts are dull olive-brown, often with a slightly darker crown. Underparts are rufous, particularly on the belly and undertail coverts, fading to a paler throat. Wings show rufous edging on primaries and secondaries, and sometimes two faint wing-bars. The tail is largely rufous, especially on the inner webs of rectrices. The bill is dark.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include sharp, whistled notes, often described as a 'wheep' or 'whit', or a repeated 'pwee-pwee-pwee' series.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to western South America, primarily found in Peru and Ecuador, with some populations extending into northern Chile.
Identifying FeaturesRufous underparts, Rufous in wings and tail, Dull olive-brown upperparts, Dark bill, Upright flycatcher posture
Description
This medium-sized flycatcher is characterized by its dull olive-brown upperparts and striking rufous underparts. It typically perches upright in trees, sallying out to catch insects in flight.
