Sulawesi Brown Flycatcher
NameSulawesi Brown Flycatcher
Common NameSulawesi Brown Flycatcher
Scientific NameMuscicapa sodhii
FamilyMuscicapidae
Wingspan (cm)18
Length (cm)13.5
Weight (g)12.5
Plumage DetailsUpperparts are plain brownish-grey, contrasting with a slightly paler throat and breast that may show faint streaking. The belly is whitish, and it possesses a dark bill and legs.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations are generally described as simple, high-pitched, thin whistles or 'tseep' notes, often delivered in short, repetitive phrases.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeThis species is endemic to the island of Sulawesi in Indonesia, where it is found across various mountain ranges.
Identifying Featuressmall size, drab brownish-grey plumage, upright posture, dark bill and legs, endemic to Sulawesi
Description
The Sulawesi Brown Flycatcher is a small, rather drab flycatcher endemic to Sulawesi, Indonesia. It typically perches upright in the understory of forests, making short sallies to catch insects in flight.
