Species BirdsStreaked Flycatcher

Streaked Flycatcher

Myiodynastes maculatus

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Illustration of Streaked Flycatcher (Myiodynastes maculatus)

The Streaked Flycatcher is a large flycatcher with a streaked breast and a prominent yellow belly. It is known for its distinctive call and often perches conspicuously to hunt for insects.

Habitat
Found in open woodlands and along waterways.
Diet
Primarily feeds on insects and other invertebrates.
How common
Uncommon

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