Asian Brown Flycatcher

(Muscicapa latirostris)

Size: 13cm

Weight: 7·8–16 g

Found: In the winter, these birds will spend time in the warm climate of Southern Asia, whilst heading further North in the Summer. They will make their nests in holes of trees, found in open woodland and cultivated areas.

Description: The Asian Brown Flycatcher is a small bird, with light grey feathers and darker grey tipped wings. It has a short dark beak, round black eyes and black legs relative to its size.

Diet: These birds feed mainly small invertebrates and other insects.

Comment: The male Asian Brown Flycatcher will sing a simple and melodic tune during courtship, in order to attract and entertain a female.