Swainson's Flycatcher

Myiarchus swainsoni

Swainson's Flycatcher is a medium-sized bird found in the Americas. It has olive-brown upperparts and a yellowish belly. This species is known for its distinctive call, a sharp 'whit' or 'wheep' sound. Swainson's Flycatcher inhabits open woodlands, forest edges, and shrubby areas, where it perches to catch insects in mid-air. It is a migratory bird, spending winters in Central and South America. The conservation status of Swainson's Flycatcher is currently listed as Least Concern by the IUCN.

Habitat: Open woodlands, forest edges, shrubby areas