Red-breasted Flycatcher

Description:

The breeding male of this small flycatcher is mainly brown above and white below, with a grey head and orange throat. The bill is black and has the broad but pointed shape typical of aerial insectivores. Non-breeding males, females and juveniles have brown heads and lack the throat collar.

Habitat:

Seen at an open forest near a dam.

Notes:

As well as taking insects in flight, this species hunts caterpillars amongst the oak foliage, and will take berries. They are found mainly in deciduous woodlands, especially near water. They build an open nest in a tree hole or similar recess.