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An open nest in a suitable recess, often against a wall, and will readily adapt to an open-fronted nest box.
Insects taken in flight.
The spotted flycatcher shows excellent egg recognition, and it is
likely that it was once a host of the cuckoo, but became so good at
recognising the intruder's eggs that it ceased to be victimised
This is an undistinguished looking bird with long wings and tail. The
adults have grey-brown upperparts and whitish underparts, with a
streaked crown and breast, giving rise to the bird's common name.
The legs are short and black, and the bill is black and has the broad
but pointed shape typical of aerial insectivores. Juveniles are browner
than adults and have spots on the upperparts.
12.5 - 14 cms
4 - 6
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