Ferruginous Flycatcher

Muscicapa ferruginea

The Ferruginous Flycatcher is a small passerine bird found in parts of Asia. It is characterized by its rusty-brown upperparts, white underparts, and distinctive eye-ring. This species is known for its aerial foraging behavior, often catching insects in mid-air. It prefers open woodland and forest edges, where it perches on exposed branches to scan for prey. The Ferruginous Flycatcher is a migratory bird, breeding in temperate regions and wintering in tropical areas. Its population is considered stable, but threats such as habitat loss and deforestation may impact its future status.

Habitat: Open woodland and forest edges