Great Crested Flycatcher
Great Crested Flycatcher
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A prominent and vocal migratory bird of eastern North America, the Great Crested Flycatcher is known for its distinctive crest and bright yellow belly. It favors deciduous and mixed forests.
Where to spot
Breeds throughout eastern North America, from southern Canada south to Florida and Texas. Winters primarily in Central and South America. Found in deciduous and mixed forests, orchards, and suburban woodlands.
How to spot
Listen for its loud, whistling 'WHEEP!' call and distinctive rising 'prrrrreep' song. Look for its bushy-crested head, gray breast, bright yellow belly, and rufous wings and tail. It's a cavity nester, often seen near suitable holes.
When to spot
Most easily observed during the breeding season (late spring through summer) when they are vocal and active. During migration (spring and fall), they can be seen passing through various habitats.
Where to spot
Breeds throughout eastern North America, from southern Canada south to Florida and Texas. Winters primarily in Central and South America. Found in deciduous and mixed forests, orchards, and suburban woodlands.
How to spot
Listen for its loud, whistling 'WHEEP!' call and distinctive rising 'prrrrreep' song. Look for its bushy-crested head, gray breast, bright yellow belly, and rufous wings and tail. It's a cavity nester, often seen near suitable holes.
When to spot
Most easily observed during the breeding season (late spring through summer) when they are vocal and active. During migration (spring and fall), they can be seen passing through various habitats.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Great Crested Flycatchers are one of the few North American birds that regularly incorporate discarded snake skins into their nests, a peculiar and effective anti-predator strategy.
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