
ODNR Division of Natural Areas and Preserves - acadian

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ACADIAN FLYCATCHER

Acadian Flycatcher (Empidonax virescens)

Neotropical migrant and summer resident in Ohio.

A fairly common species statewide in suitable habitats. This flycatcher inhabits mature woodlands where they nest in the interior understories.

This species avoids edge habitats and will not be found in woods less than 25 - 30 acres in extent.

Along riparian corridors such as Big Darby Creek State Scenic River in Ohio, Acadian flycatchers are one of the best indicator species of riparian quality.

Riparian corridors of sufficient size and quality to support this species will also be found to support many other nesting species dependent on forest interiors such as wood thrush, yellow-throated vireo, cerulean warbler, Kentucky warbler, and others.