Slaty-backed Flycatcher

Serpophaga nigricans

The Slaty-backed Flycatcher is a small passerine bird found in South America. It has a distinctive slaty-gray plumage on its back and wings, with a white throat and belly. This flycatcher is known for its agile flight and its habit of perching on exposed branches to catch insects in mid-air. It is often found in forested areas, including tropical and subtropical forests, where it forages for insects and small invertebrates. The Slaty-backed Flycatcher is known for its melodious song, which it uses to communicate with other members of its species. While not currently considered threatened, habitat loss and deforestation pose potential risks to its populations.

Habitat: Forest and woodland areas