The Pied Flycatcher, often seen around Cape Verde , is a 12-13.5 cm long bird. The breeding male is mainly black above and white below, with a large white wing patch, white tail sides and a small forehead patch. The bill is black, and has the broad but pointed shape typical of aerial insectivores. As well as taking insects in flight, this species hunts caterpillars and eats berries. Do not be surprised to find the Pied Flycatcher in your own gardens at Ponta Bicuda where they are likely to build an open nest in a tree hole, where you may even find 4 to 6 eggs. They can be a wonderful house guest as it has a loud rhythmic and melodious song.
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
Birds of Cape Verde 5 - The Pied Flycatcher
The Pied Flycatcher, often seen around Cape Verde , is a 12-13.5 cm long bird. The breeding male is mainly black above and white below, with a large white wing patch, white tail sides and a small forehead patch. The bill is black, and has the broad but pointed shape typical of aerial insectivores. As well as taking insects in flight, this species hunts caterpillars and eats berries. Do not be surprised to find the Pied Flycatcher in your own gardens at Ponta Bicuda where they are likely to build an open nest in a tree hole, where you may even find 4 to 6 eggs. They can be a wonderful house guest as it has a loud rhythmic and melodious song.
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