Common Name

A small passerine bird of the Old-World Flycatcher family.

Size

11-12 cm

Habitat

Urban gardens, forests, woodlands, orchards, parks, and roadside trees.

Feeding Habits

Occasionally feeds on figs (banyan, peepal).

Appearance (Male)

Reddish-orange throat extending to the upper breast.

Appearance (Female)

Overall brown.

Toe Arrangement

Three toes pointing forward and one backward, aiding in clinging onto branches.

Breeding Season

Spring to summer.

Breeding Habitat

Deciduous mixed forests of Eastern Europe and Central Asia.

Migration Pattern

Migrates from Eastern Europe to South Asia during winter to escape harsh winters.

Winter Presence

Found in peninsular India from October to March.

Conservation Status

IUCN: Least Concern.

PRACTICE QUESTION

Q.With reference to the Red-breasted Flycatcher, consider the following statements:

1. It is a migratory bird commonly found in Europe and Asia.
2. This bird is known to inhabit dense tropical rainforests exclusively.
3. The Red-breasted Flycatcher is listed as "Endangered" on the IUCN Red List.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only

(b) 1 and 2 only

(c) 3 only

(d) 1, 2, and 3

Answer: a

Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct: The Red-breasted Flycatcher (Ficedula parva) is a migratory bird found in Europe and parts of Asia. It migrates to South Asia, including India, during winters.

Statement 2 is incorrect: This bird is not exclusive to dense tropical rainforests; it prefers open deciduous forests, woodlands, and shrublands.

Statement 3 is incorrect: The Red-breasted Flycatcher is listed as "Least Concern" on the IUCN Red List due to its wide distribution and stable population trends.