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Eastern Kingbird

Tyrannus tyrannus

Photo by Shane_S
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Field Notes

Description:

Gray-black with a white underside. Tail feathers are white-tipped. Sometimes seen with a bit of a crest on the head.

Notes:

Will attack other birds to defend their nests. We've watched these attack and chase away crows in the past.

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Eastern Kingbird

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