The Sulawesi streaked flycatcher is a small passerine bird in the Old World flycatcher family. It has only been recorded in Sulawesi, where it is known to breed. It appears not to be endangered, being less sensitive to disturbance than many of Southeast Asia's forest-dependent birds.
Region
Wallacea (Sulawesi, Indonesia)
Typical Environment
Occurs across parts of Sulawesi, primarily in lowland and foothill forests, forest edges, and selectively logged or secondary growth. It frequents mid-story perches along gaps, trails, and stream corridors. The species shows a preference for semi-open forest structure where it can sally for insects. It can also appear in agroforestry mosaics with remnant trees. While most common in forested landscapes, it persists in moderately degraded habitats.
Altitude Range
0–1500 m
Climate Zone
Tropical
Ease of Keeping
Beginner friendly: 1/5
Described to science in 2014, the Sulawesi streaked flycatcher is named in honor of conservation biologist Navjot S. Sodhi. It is relatively tolerant of disturbed habitats and edges compared to many Southeast Asian forest specialists. The species can be confused with other streaked Muscicapa flycatchers, but shows heavier underpart streaking and subtle structural differences.
Temperament
quiet and watchful
Flight Pattern
short rapid wingbeats with quick sallies
Social Behavior
Typically solitary or in pairs, especially during the breeding season. Forages by sallying from exposed mid-story perches and returns to the same or nearby perch. Nests are presumed to be small cups placed on horizontal branches or forks; both parents likely care for young, as in related Muscicapa species.
Migratory Pattern
Resident
Song Description
Gives thin, high-pitched whistles and short trills interspersed with soft tsip notes. Vocalizations are modest in volume and can be easily overlooked in dense foliage.
