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Mediterranean Flycatcher
Muscicapa tyrrhenica
Mediterranean Flycatcher (Muscicapa tyrrhenica) — Songbirds & Perching Birds of Europe & Northern Asia.
The Mediterranean Flycatcher (Muscicapa tyrrhenica) is a member of the Muscicapidae family found in Europe & Northern Asia.
Where it fits
- Class Aves
- Order Passeriformes
- Family Muscicapidae Chats, Old World Flycatchers
- Genus Muscicapa
- Species tyrrhenica
Quick facts
- Family
- Muscicapidae
- Order
- Passeriformes
Biology & behaviour
The Mediterranean Flycatcher (Muscicapa tyrrhenica) is a species of bird in the Muscicapidae family, part of the order Passeriformes. Its range spans Europe & Northern Asia. Its distribution covers PAL Mediterranean islands.
Songs & calls
Frequently asked questions
Where does the Mediterranean Flycatcher live?
The Mediterranean Flycatcher is found across Europe & Northern Asia with a range covering PAL Mediterranean islands.
What family does the Mediterranean Flycatcher belong to?
The Mediterranean Flycatcher (Muscicapa tyrrhenica) belongs to the Muscicapidae family, in the order Passeriformes.
What sound does the Mediterranean Flycatcher make?
1 real field recording of the Mediterranean Flycatcher — including its alarm call — can be played in the Songs & calls section on this page, credited to the recordist who captured it.
Conservation
Every bird benefits from bird-safe windows, native plants, and keeping cats indoors. Small changes at home add up to real protection.
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