Loggerhead Kingbird
NameLoggerhead Kingbird
Common NameLoggerhead Kingbird
Scientific NameTyrannus caudifasciatus
FamilyTyrannidae
Wingspan (cm)36
Length (cm)24.5
Weight (g)50
Plumage DetailsThe Loggerhead Kingbird has a dark sooty gray to black head, sharply contrasting with a bright white throat and malar stripe. Its back and upperparts are medium gray, while the underparts are white, sometimes with a faint grayish wash on the flanks. The tail is dark and often appears slightly notched.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include harsh, chattering, and buzzy calls, often described as a series of 'kip-kip-kip' or 'chur-chur-chur' notes.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban, coastal
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangePrimarily found throughout the Caribbean islands, including Cuba, Hispaniola, Puerto Rico, Jamaica, and the Bahamas. A small resident population also exists in the Florida Keys.
Identifying Featuresdark head, white throat, gray back, dark, slightly notched tail, upright perching posture
Description
This medium-sized flycatcher is characterized by its dark head, contrasting white throat, and gray back. It typically perches conspicuously on branches or wires, sallying out to catch insects in flight.
