The Grenada flycatcher is a species of bird in the family Tyrannidae, the tyrant flycatchers. It is found in Grenada and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.
Region
Lesser Antilles
Typical Environment
Occurs on Grenada, Saint Vincent, and several of the Grenadine islands. Prefers dry to semi-humid lowland and foothill forests, forest edges, secondary woodland, and shade plantations. It frequents open groves, scrubby pastures with scattered trees, and gardens where perches are available. Often found along edges and gaps where it can launch short sallies for insects.
Altitude Range
Sea level to 800 m
Climate Zone
Tropical
Ease of Keeping
Beginner friendly: 1/5
A member of the tyrant flycatchers, it hunts by sallying from exposed perches to snatch insects mid-air or off foliage. It readily uses natural cavities and old woodpecker holes for nesting and can adapt to secondary growth and plantations. Its warm rufous tail and pale yellow belly are helpful field marks among similar Myiarchus flycatchers.
Temperament
solitary and territorial
Flight Pattern
short rapid wingbeats with quick sallies from perches
Social Behavior
Typically seen singly or in pairs, defending small territories. Pairs nest in tree cavities or old woodpecker holes and may accept nest boxes. Breeding behavior involves frequent perch changes and aerial pursuits around the nest area.
Migratory Pattern
Resident
Song Description
Offers sharp, whistled phrases and dry chatters, often a repeated whee-eep or peer notes. Calls are carrying and given from exposed perches, especially at dawn.
