Steel-blue Flycatcher
NameSteel-blue Flycatcher
Common NameSteel-blue Flycatcher
Scientific NameMyiagra ferrocyanea
FamilyMonarchidae
Wingspan (cm)19
Length (cm)14
Weight (g)12.5
Plumage DetailsMales have glossy steel-blue to blackish upperparts, head, and a narrow breast band, contrasting with pure white underparts. Females have duller upperparts, a rufous throat and breast, and a white belly.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a series of high-pitched, whistled notes, often described as 'twee-twee-twee' or 'swee-swee-swee', with some variations.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Solomon Islands archipelago, found across many of its islands.
Identifying FeaturesGlossy steel-blue upperparts (male), White underparts (male), Rufous throat and breast (female), Small size, Active foraging behavior
Description
This small, active flycatcher is endemic to the Solomon Islands. Males exhibit striking glossy steel-blue upperparts and pure white underparts, while females have a rufous throat. They primarily forage for insects within the forest canopy.
