Black-and-orange Flycatcher vs African Dusky Flycatcher
Ficedula nigrorufa compared with Muscicapa adusta
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black-and-orange Flycatcher | African Dusky Flycatcher |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ficedula nigrorufa | Muscicapa adusta |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Muscicapidae | Muscicapidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 11.8 cm (4.6 in) | 12.7 cm (5.0 in) |
| Weight | 9.166666666666666 g (0.32 oz) | 11.25 g (0.40 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2 | 2-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Black-and-orange Flycatcher
Least Concern
African Dusky Flycatcher
About These Birds
Black-and-orange Flycatcher
The Black-and-orange Flycatcher is a small, attractive flycatcher endemic to the shola forests and dense undergrowth of the Western Ghats in southern India. Males have striking black upperparts and bright orange-rufous underparts. It forages close to the ground in dense moss-covered montane forests for insects and berries.
African Dusky Flycatcher
The African Dusky Flycatcher weighs about 11g and is found in montane forests of sub-Saharan Africa. It perches quietly on low branches and makes short aerial sallies to catch insects.