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19 cm. The Variegated Flycatcher is one of 3 widespread flycatchers that are streaked below. The Variegated is larger than the Piratic Flycatcher (Legatus leucophaius), has a longer bill, more rufous on the tail and whiter edging to its wing feathers. On the other hand, it is smaller than the Streaked Flycatcher (Myiodynastes maculatus) with darker upperparts and less well defined streaking below.
Distribution:
Throughout South America, mainly in the south.
Habitat:
Lives in forest borders and open areas provided there are tall trees in which it can perch.
Diet:
Flying insects, insects in the foliage and sometimes small fruits.
Reproduction:
The couple takes care of each other’s plumage. They build an open nest. The white eggs are incubated by the female and the brood is fed by the couple.
Natural history:
When not breeding it is solitary and may migrate northwards in the winter, sometimes reaching the U.S.A.