
Rufous-breasted Flycatcher
A species of Wing-flicking Flycatchers Scientific name : Leptopogon rufipectus Genus : Wing-flicking Flycatchers
Rufous-breasted Flycatcher, A species of Wing-flicking Flycatchers
Botanical name: Leptopogon rufipectus
Genus: Wing-flicking Flycatchers
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Description

The rufous-breasted flycatcher (Leptopogon rufipectus) is a species of bird in the family Tyrannidae. It is found in Colombia, Ecuador, far northwestern Peru and far western Venezuela. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forests. The rufous-breasted flycatcher can often be detected by its sharp, squeaky call, which it often gives while foraging with mixed species flocks.

Size
13 cm
Nest Placement
Tree
Habitat
The rufous-breasted Flycatcher is typically found in the understory and midstory of humid montane forests. Its preferred environments also encompass secondary forests and the edges of forests, where it tends to take advantage of the diverse structure and resources offered by these transitional areas.
Dite type
Insectivorous


General Info

Feeding Habits
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Scientific Classification

Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Tyrant flycatchers Species
Rufous-breasted Flycatcher