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Swamp Flycatcher

Swamp Flycatcher

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The Swamp Flycatcher (*Muscicapa aquatica*) is a distinctive African flycatcher specialized for wetland habitats. It is a small, plain brown bird with a pale belly, often seen perched low over water.
Where to spot
Found in reedbeds, papyrus swamps, and other dense vegetation along the edges of rivers, lakes, and marshes across central and eastern Africa.
How to spot
Look for its preference for wetland vegetation. It typically perches low, often on reeds or sedges, and makes short flights to snatch insects. Listen for its quiet, unassuming calls.
When to spot
Resident year-round in its wetland habitats. It is generally active throughout the day, often foraging in the early morning and late afternoon.
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File:Papamoscas palustre (Muscicapa aquatica), parque nacional de la Selva Impenetrable de Bwindi, Uganda, 2024-02-02, DD 95.jpg
File:Swamp Flycatcher (Muscicapa aquatica) (44745559550).jpg
File:Muscicapa aquatica -Kenya-8.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Papamoscas palustre (Muscicapa aquatica), parque nacional de la Selva Impenetrable de Bwindi, Uganda, 2024-02-02, DD 95.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Swamp Flycatcher (Muscicapa aquatica) (44745559550).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
Unlike many flycatchers that prefer dry woodlands, this species is uniquely adapted to aquatic environments, foraging for insects around water bodies.
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