1. small birds that catch insects while flying, typically having broad bills and often perching upright

Examples

• The flycatchers darted from their perches to snatch insects from the air.
• We spotted several flycatchers in the oak trees during our bird watching trip.
• Flycatchers are known for their quick, acrobatic flight patterns when hunting.
• The park is home to various species of flycatchers during migration season.
• These flycatchers build their nests in the fork of tree branches.
• The ornithologist identified three different types of flycatchers in the forest.