The cryptic flycatcher (Ficedula crypta) is a species of bird in the family Muscicapidae.

Dark brown above with a rufous tail, a white belly, a pale gray chest, and a buffy face and throat.

Similar to female Little slaty flycatcher, but has a rufous tail, a brown throat, and black rather than orange legs.

"[3] Its drab colour, low foraging areas and its habit of being perched motionless most likely makes this bird overlooked and unnoticed.

While it has a limited range, is supposedly common in areas it is found.however the population is said to be decreasing.