Great Kiskadee
NameGreat Kiskadee
Common NameGreat Kiskadee
Scientific NamePitangus sulphuratus
FamilyTyrannidae
Wingspan (cm)45
Length (cm)25
Weight (g)63
Plumage DetailsFeatures bright yellow underparts, a white throat, a prominent black eye mask, and a distinct white stripe (supercilium) above the eye. Its back and wings are dark brown, and it has a hidden yellow crown patch.
Vocalization / CallKnown for its loud, emphatic, and distinctive 'kis-ka-dee' or 'kis-ka-dee-dee' call, which gives the bird its common name. It also produces various chattering and trilling vocalizations.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, wetland, urban, coastal
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound from southern Texas and Mexico, through Central America, and widely across South America, extending south to central Argentina.
Identifying Featuresbright yellow belly, black eye mask, white supercilium, loud 'kis-ka-dee' call, stout black bill, brown back and wings
Description
The Great Kiskadee is a large, striking flycatcher known for its bold yellow belly, black eye mask, and white supercilium. It is an active and opportunistic bird, often found near water where it hunts a variety of prey.
