Hartert's Blue Flycatcher

Ficedula harterti

Hartert's Blue Flycatcher (Ficedula harterti) is a small passerine bird found in Southeast Asia. It is known for its striking blue plumage on the upperparts and a distinctive white patch on the wings. The male has a bright blue crown and upperparts, while the female is more subdued with grayish-blue plumage. This species is often found in dense undergrowth and forest edges, where it hunts for insects by making short sallies from a perch. Hartert's Blue Flycatcher is known for its melodious and varied song, often heard during the breeding season. It is a migratory bird, breeding in the Himalayas and wintering in the forests of Southeast Asia.

Habitat: Dense undergrowth and forest edges