Eastern kingbird
Tyrannus tyrannus
The eastern kingbird (Tyrannus tyrannus) is a large tyrant flycatcher native to the Americas.
About the Eastern kingbird
The eastern kingbird (Tyrannus tyrannus) is a large tyrant flycatcher native to the Americas. The bird is predominantly dark gray with white underbelly and pointed wings. Eastern kingbirds are conspicuous and are commonly found in open areas with scattered trees and bushes, where they perch while foraging for insects. The Eastern kingbird is migratory, with its breeding range spread across North America and its wintering range in Central and South America.
Fun Facts About Eastern kingbird
- The eastern kingbird (Tyrannus tyrannus) is a large tyrant flycatcher native to the Americas.
- The Eastern kingbird is migratory, with its breeding range spread across North America and its wintering range in Central and South America.
- Eastern kingbirds are conspicuous and are commonly found in open areas with scattered trees and bushes, where they perch while foraging for insects.
Conservation Status
The Eastern kingbird is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. This species is currently stable and not at significant risk of population decline.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Order | Saurischia |
| Family | Tyrannidae |
| Genus | Tyrannus |
| Species | Tyrannus tyrannus |
Range & Habitat
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