Brown-crested Flycatcher

Myiarchus tyrannulus

The Brown-crested Flycatcher is a medium-sized passerine bird found in the Americas. It has a brownish-olive upper body and a bright yellow belly. This species is known for its distinctive call, a sharp 'wheep' or 'whit' sound. Brown-crested Flycatchers are often found in open woodlands, forest edges, and riparian areas, where they perch on high branches to hunt for insects. They build their nests in tree cavities or nest boxes. These birds are known for their aerial acrobatics as they catch insects in mid-air. The Brown-crested Flycatcher is a migratory bird, spending winters in Central and South America.

Habitat: Open woodlands, forest edges, riparian areas