Streaked Flycatcher
Myiodynastes maculatus
Also known as: Northern Streaked Flycatcher
About This Species
The Streaked Flycatcher favours forest edges, clearings and open woodland across Central and South America, perching conspicuously on exposed branches while watching for insects and fruit. Its loud, ringing calls carry well and often reveal its presence before it is seen. It breeds in tree cavities or old woodpecker holes, and is generally easiest to observe during the local breeding season, which varies by latitude across its range.
Ethical Viewing Guidelines
- Standard low-impact birdwatching distance is sufficient for this species, with no need for unusual caution given its widespread, unthreatened status.
- Wildlife laws differ across the many countries it occurs in, so check local regulations if visiting a specific reserve.
- Avoid disturbing any cavity nest found, since flycatchers can desert a site if repeatedly approached.
LCAvesPasseriformesTyrannidae
Seasonal Activity
294,248 sightings · 2000–2026
Citizen science records via GBIF
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Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Chordata
- Class
- Aves
- Order
- Passeriformes
- Family
- Tyrannidae
Photo
(c) Anthony Batista, some rights reserved (CC BY), uploaded by Anthony Batista
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Occurrence data from GBIF.