Atlas Flycatcher vs Abyssinian Slaty-flycatcher
Ficedula speculigera compared with Melaenornis chocolatinus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Atlas Flycatcher | Abyssinian Slaty-flycatcher |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ficedula speculigera | Melaenornis chocolatinus |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Muscicapidae | Muscicapidae |
| Conservation Status | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | — | 16.6 cm (6.5 in) |
| Weight | 12.649999999999999 g (0.45 oz) | 23.5 g (0.83 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3-10 | 3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Not Evaluated
Atlas Flycatcher
Least Concern
Abyssinian Slaty-flycatcher
About These Birds
Atlas Flycatcher
The Atlas Flycatcher is a small Old World flycatcher breeding in the Atlas Mountains of northwest Africa. Weighing about 12.6g, the male shows bold black-and-white plumage typical of the pied flycatcher group. It inhabits mountain woodlands and olive groves, catching insects on short aerial sallies from exposed perches.
Abyssinian Slaty-flycatcher
The Abyssinian Slaty-flycatcher weighs around 24g and inhabits highland forests of Ethiopia and Eritrea. It perches upright on branches, sallying out to catch insects in the air.