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Ward's Flycatcher

Ward's Flycatcher

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Ward's Flycatcher is a rare and striking bird endemic to Madagascar's eastern rainforests. Males have glossy black upperparts, a white belly, and distinct red eye-wattles, while females are duller.
Where to spot
Endemic to the humid eastern rainforests of Madagascar, primarily at mid-elevations. It has a somewhat patchy distribution.
How to spot
Patience and persistence are needed. Look for its striking black and white pattern and distinctive red eye-wattles. Listen for its sharp, often buzzing or clicking calls. It often forages in the mid-story.
When to spot
Resident year-round. Active throughout the day, but can be difficult to locate.
File:Pseudobias wardi 1870.jpg
File:Pseudobias wardi 60586390.jpg
File:Pseudobias wardi 1870.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Pseudobias wardi 60586390.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
Despite its name, Ward's Flycatcher is not a true flycatcher but a unique member of the vanga family, showcasing the remarkable diversity of this endemic Madagascan group.
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