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European Pied Flycatcher (Ficedula hypoleuca)

European Pied Flycatcher

Ficedula hypoleuca

About the European Pied Flycatcher

The European pied flycatcher (Ficedula hypoleuca) is a small passerine bird in the Old World flycatcher family. One of the four species of Western Palearctic black-and-white flycatchers, it hybridizes to a limited extent with the collared flycatcher. It breeds in most of Europe and western Asia. It is migratory, wintering mainly in tropical Africa. It usually builds its nests in holes on oak trees. This species practices polygyny, usually bigamy, with the male travelling large distances...

Key Facts

  • Well-known species with 33,682 recorded observations.

Classification

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of the European Pied Flycatcher?

The scientific name of the European Pied Flycatcher is Ficedula hypoleuca.

How many European Pied Flycatcher sightings have been recorded?

33,682 observations of the European Pied Flycatcher have been recorded on iNaturalist.

33,682 observations on iNaturalist
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