Black-and-orange Flycatcher
Ficedula nigrorufa
Least ConcernAves · Passeriformes · Muscicapidae
About
The black-and-orange flycatcher or black-and-rufous flycatcher is a species of flycatcher endemic to the central and southern Western Ghats, the Nilgiris and Palni hill ranges in southern India. It is unique among the Ficedula flycatchers in having rufous coloration on its back and prior to molecular studies was suggested to be related to the chats and thrushes.
Fun Fact
It is unique among the Ficedula flycatchers in having rufous coloration on its back and prior to molecular studies was suggested to be related to the chats and thrushes.
Quick Facts
Habitat
To be updated
Diet
Feed on insects by flycatching low over the ground (under 2m height) and also pick insects from the ground.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance