Eastern kingbird

Tyrannus tyrannus

The eastern kingbird (Tyrannus tyrannus) is a large tyrant flycatcher native to the Americas.

Family: Tyrannidae Order: Saurischia Conservation: Least Concern
Eastern kingbird

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.

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Taxonomy & Classification

OrderSaurischia
FamilyTyrannidae
GenusTyrannus
SpeciesTyrannus tyrannus

Range & Habitat

Range map of Eastern kingbird

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Related Species

Other species in the Tyrannidae family: