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Hi Lindsay,
Agree with the others re. the id as Broad-billed Flycatcher. As mentioned already the whitish lores are key whilst the very pronounced white eye-ring (especially under the eye) is usually more prominent on Broad-billed Flycatchers than Leaden Flycatchers.
Another very useful feature is the graduated tail of the Broad-billed Flycatcher which is easily seen in the last picture you attached. Leaden Flycatchers have squared tail ends with - all the tail feathers appearing of equal length when held straight (unspread).
Cheers Dan
From: To: Date: Tue, 9 Mar 2010 15:46:36 +1100 Subject: [canberrabirds] Bird ID Again
Ian, Frank,
Philip
Thank you for your
views. While nothing is conclusive, the general feeling is that the bird
was a Broad-billed Flycatcher. Both it and the Leaden co-exist in the Fogg
Dam area. This bird was alone so no hint if whether male or female (if
indeed it is a B-b). Enlcosed is another pic which shows the head more
clearly. Any difference of view?
Regards
Lindsay
Hansch
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