New observations on breeding of the Swamp Flycatcher Muscicapa aquatica in The Gambia, including the first description of a nest not built in a disused weaver's nest

We present new breeding information for the Swamp Flycatcher Muscicapa aquatica based on observations made in The Gambia. We provide the first description and photograph of a Swamp Flycatcher nest not constructed in the roofed shell of an abandoned Ploceus weaver nest, along with descriptions of nest sites. The new observations indicate laying in October (rains), November-December (early dry season) and March-April (late dry season); these extend the breeding season in The Gambia (previously considered to be July-October). Observations indicating helpers at the nest for Swamp Flycatcher are reported for the first time.