Northern Scrub-flycatcher
A species of Scrub Flycatchers Scientific name : Sublegatus arenarum Genus : Scrub Flycatchers
Northern Scrub-flycatcher, A species of Scrub Flycatchers
Botanical name: Sublegatus arenarum
Genus: Scrub Flycatchers
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Description
Description
The northern scrub flycatcher (Sublegatus arenarum) is a species of bird in the family Tyrannidae. It is found in Aruba, Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica, French Guiana, Guyana, Netherlands Antilles, Panama, Suriname, Trinidad and Tobago, and Venezuela. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical dry forest, subtropical or tropical moist lowland forest, subtropical or tropical mangrove forest, and subtropical or tropical dry shrubland.
Size
15 cm
Feeding Habits
Northern Scrub-flycatcher primarily feeds on insects such as ants, caterpillars, and small beetles. It forages by actively hunting and occasionally consumes small berries. Northern Scrub-flycatcher has adapted to capture a variety of invertebrates, showcasing a diverse diet.
Habitat
The northern Scrub-flycatcher is typically found in a variety of arid to semi-arid habitats, ranging from mangroves and nearby scrublands to open dry scrubs. This species also inhabits cactus and thorn woodlands, as well as desert regions. It shows a preference for areas with second growth vegetation and is often seen in dry woodlands. The northern Scrub-flycatcher is generally a lowland bird, residing in regions from sea level up to 600 meters in elevation, across broad geographical tropical areas.
Dite type
Insectivorous
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Tyrant flycatchers Genus
Scrub Flycatchers Species
Northern Scrub-flycatcher