Galapagos Flycatcher
A species of New World Crested Flycatchers Scientific name : Myiarchus magnirostris Genus : New World Crested Flycatchers
Galapagos Flycatcher, A species of New World Crested Flycatchers
Botanical name: Myiarchus magnirostris
Genus: New World Crested Flycatchers
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Description
The Galápagos flycatcher (Myiarchus magnirostris) also known as the large-billed flycatcher is a species of bird in the family Tyrannidae. It is endemic to the Galápagos Islands, where it is present on all the main islands. Its local name is 'Papamoscas'. The species was once placed in its own genus, Eribates, based upon a supposed "very long tarsus". The Galápagos flycatcher is 15 to 16 cm (5.9–6.3 in) in length and weighs 12 - 18.5 grams. It is the smallest member of its genus. Its natural habitats are tropical dry forests and tropical arid shrubland with cacti. The Galápagos flycatcher has become used to human visitors to the Galapagos and flies towards large camera lenses, perceiving its own reflected image as another bird. It habitually perches on visitors and their cameras. 
Size
16 cm
Nest Placement
Cavity
Habitat
The habitat of galapagos Flycatcher encompasses various environments across the Galapagos Archipelago, particularly favoring areas with shrubby trees. It is commonly found in regions with vegetation such as palo santo, Parkinsonia, Prosopis, and tall cacti—Opuntia and Jasminocereus. Additionally, shrubs like Croton scouleri and Tournefortia spp. are part of the typical flora in its habitat. While galapagos Flycatcher can be found throughout all vegetated areas, it is less prevalent in extremely arid zones that feature sparse plant life.
Dite type
Insectivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Species Status
Not globally threatened.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Tyrant flycatchers Species
Galapagos Flycatcher 
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