Grenada Flycatcher
A species of New World Crested Flycatchers Scientific name : Myiarchus nugator Genus : New World Crested Flycatchers
Grenada Flycatcher, A species of New World Crested Flycatchers
Botanical name: Myiarchus nugator
Genus: New World Crested Flycatchers
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Description
The Grenada flycatcher (Myiarchus nugator) is a species of bird in the family Tyrannidae. It was formerly considered to be a subspecies of the brown-crested flycatcher (Myiarchus tyrannulus). It is found in Grenada and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests and heavily degraded former forest.
Size
20 cm
Nest Placement
Cavity
Feeding Habits
Grenada Flycatcher primarily consumes insects, using adept hunting techniques such as hawking from perches. Its dietary adaptations include keen vision for spotting prey and agile flight for in-air captures, showcasing a specialized feeder's precision.
Habitat
Grenada Flycatcher primarily resides in tropical lowland evergreen forests and secondary forests. These birds are also found in open spaces near human settlements, showing a preference for areas with palm trees. The elevation range for their habitat extends from sea level up to 900 meters, with no specific regional preference indicated beyond broader tropical zones.
Dite type
Insectivorous
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Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Tyrant flycatchers Species
Grenada Flycatcher