Where to see
Where to see the Ward's Flycatcher in South Africa
The Ward's flycatcher (Pseudobias wardi), also known as Ward's flycatcher-vanga is a species of bird in the family Vangidae.
Pseudobias wardi · Near Threatened
Planning a trip
When and where to find the Ward's Flycatcher
Best hours of the day
- The first hours after sunrise, and late afternoon. Birds call and feed most in the cool.
- Midday. Quieter, especially in summer heat.
IUCN Red List
Near Threatened
Species
Pseudobias wardi
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Questions travellers ask
A record means a host has seen the Ward's Flycatcher on the property or nearby. It is never a guarantee of a sighting.
When is the best time to see the Ward's Flycatcher?
Sightings of the Ward's Flycatcher peak from Oct to Nov, based on 86 iNaturalist records. You may still see it outside those months, sightings are just less frequent.
What is the conservation status of the Ward's Flycatcher?
The Ward's Flycatcher (Pseudobias wardi) is listed as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List.
What is the Ward's Flycatcher?
The Ward's flycatcher (Pseudobias wardi), also known as Ward's flycatcher-vanga is a species of bird in the family Vangidae. It is monotypic within the genus Pseudobias. It is endemic to Madagascar. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests.
Stays that give back
Where to stay for a chance to see the Ward's Flycatcher
Every stay on the Ward's Flycatcher page lists the species its host has recorded on or near the property. A record is a sighting, never a promise.
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