Relationships between frequency of mixed‐species flocks, weather and insect activity in a montane cloud forest in Ecuador

The frequency of mixed‐species flocks of birds, weather and insect activity were studied in a high‐altitude cloud forest in Ecuador. It is generally accepted that participation in mixed‐species flocks improves foraging efficiency. If this is true, more flock activity may be expected when food is less available, which may happen during long‐lasting periods of rain and otherwise adverse weather conditions. The total number and mean size of flying...