Thick-billed Kingbird
NameThick-billed Kingbird
Common NameThick-billed Kingbird
Scientific NameTyrannus crassirostris
FamilyTyrannidae
Wingspan (cm)39.5
Length (cm)23
Weight (g)55
Plumage DetailsThe Thick-billed Kingbird has a grayish-brown head with a darker eye-mask and a contrasting white throat. Its back and wings are olive-brown, while its underparts, particularly the belly and undertail coverts, are pale yellow. The tail is dark brown.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a harsh, buzzy 'bzeer' or 'bzzzt' call, often repeated, and a series of chattering notes.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, grassland, desert
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeBreeds in the southwestern United States (southeastern Arizona, southwestern New Mexico) and northern Mexico, migrating south to southern Mexico and Central America for winter. Some populations are resident in Mexico.
Identifying FeaturesLarge, stout, dark bill, Gray head with dark eye-mask, White throat, Olive-brown back, Pale yellow belly
Description
This large flycatcher is characterized by its stout, dark bill and upright posture. It is an active insectivore, often seen perching conspicuously on branches and sallying out to catch flying insects.
