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Eastern kingbird

Tyrannus tyrannus

Photo by mary.gallo.m
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Description:

The eastern kingbird is a black/gray bird with white belly and chin. Black head and tail. Has a distinctive white band across the end of the tail. Also has a concealed red crown that is rarely seen.

Habitat:

This eastern kingbird was spotted at a park that is right next to Ronald Regan International Airport in Washington, DC. They do not seem to mind the loud noises of the planes taking off overhead.

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National Geographic's Great Nature Project
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PublishedMay 23, 2014

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