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Leaden Flycatcher
Myiagra rubecula
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About
The leaden flycatcher (Myiagra rubecula) is a species of passerine bird in the family Monarchidae. Around 15 cm (6 in) in length, the male is a shiny lead-grey with white underparts, while the female has grey upperparts and a rufous throat and breast. It is found in eastern and northern Australia, Indonesia, and Papua New Guinea. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical mangrove forests in the northern parts of its range, in the south and inland it...
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Recent sightings near Cairns
Research-grade observations within 25 km, newest first.
- Sep 27, 2026Cairns QLD, AustraliaObserver: danielcaponView observation from Sep 27, 2026 on iNaturalist
- Sep 27, 2026Cairns QLD, AustraliaObserver: danielcaponView observation from Sep 27, 2026 on iNaturalist
- Sep 20, 2026Smithfield, QLD, AUObserver: Kirsty EllistonView observation from Sep 20, 2026 on iNaturalist
- Sep 20, 2026Sheridan St at Rutherford Street, Cairns North QLD 4870, AustraliaObserver: Gina and Bella The ExplorersView observation from Sep 20, 2026 on iNaturalist
- Sep 19, 2026Cairns QLD, AustraliaObserver: Paul PrappasView observation from Sep 19, 2026 on iNaturalist
- Sep 15, 2026Cairns Cattana Wetlands, Dunne Rd, Smithfield QLD 4878, AustraliaObserver: claire warbyView observation from Sep 15, 2026 on iNaturalist