Asian Brown Flycatcher
A species of Typical Plain Flycatchers Scientific name : Muscicapa dauurica Genus : Typical Plain Flycatchers
Asian Brown Flycatcher, A species of Typical Plain Flycatchers
Botanical name: Muscicapa dauurica
Genus: Typical Plain Flycatchers
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Description General Info
Description
This species is 13 cm (5.1 in) long, including the cocked tail. It is similar in shape to the larger spotted flycatcher, but is relatively longer-tailed. The dark bill is relatively large and broad-based. The adult has grey-brown upperparts, which become greyer as the plumage ages, and whitish underparts with brown-tinged flanks. Young birds have scaly brown upperparts, head and breast. 
Size
13 - 23 cm
Nest Placement
Tree
Feeding Habits
Asian Brown Flycatcher primarily consume invertebrates, catching prey mid-air with adept aerial maneuvers. They exhibit a sit-and-wait hunting strategy, often from a perch. This species shows a preference for varied flying insects and displays no specialized dietary adaptations.
Habitat
Asian Brown Flycatcher inhabits temperate and subtropical zones, primarily selecting open lowland broadleaf forests, woodlands, and forest plantations, at elevations up to 1800 meters. These environments often include mixed pine and broadleaf areas, especially in Siberian river valleys with dense undergrowth. Migratory paths lead asian Brown Flycatcher through varied wooded landscapes, including hilltop and coastal woodlands, while its non-breeding habitats extend to swamp forests and cultivated areas like parks and orchards.
Dite type
Insectivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Bird Feeder Type
Platform
Behavior
Asian brown flycatcher is a common bird found in open woodland and cultivated areas. It nests in a hole in a tree, laying four eggs which are incubated by the female. The male Asian brown flycatcher sings a simple melodic song during courtship. This bird is parasitised by the chewing louse Philopterus davuricae.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Old world flycatchers Species
Asian Brown Flycatcher 
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