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Böhm’s Flycatcher
Myopornis boehmi
Böhm's Flycatcher (Myopornis boehmi) — Songbirds & Perching Birds of Africa.
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The Böhm’s Flycatcher (Myopornis boehmi) is a member of the Muscicapidae family found in Africa.
Where it fits
- Class Aves
- Order Passeriformes
- Family Muscicapidae Chats, Old World Flycatchers
- Genus Myopornis
- Species boehmi
Quick facts
- Family
- Muscicapidae
- Order
- Passeriformes
Biology & behaviour
The Böhm’s Flycatcher (Myopornis boehmi) is a member of the Muscicapidae family, within the order Passeriformes. It occurs naturally across Africa. Its distribution covers AF Angola to Tanzania, Malawi and s Zambia.
Frequently asked questions
Where does the Böhm’s Flycatcher live?
The Böhm’s Flycatcher is found across Africa with a range covering AF Angola to Tanzania, Malawi and s Zambia.
What family does the Böhm’s Flycatcher belong to?
The Böhm’s Flycatcher (Myopornis boehmi) belongs to the Muscicapidae family, in the order Passeriformes.
Conservation
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