A medium-sized flycatching passerine bird native to western North America, characterized by its distinctive gray and yellow plumage and aggressive territorial behavior.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Open landscapes including grasslands, prairies, agricultural areas, woodland edges, and urban environments with scattered trees across western United States and southwestern Canada
Ecological Role
Critical insectivore controlling insect populations, serves as prey for raptors, contributes to seed dispersal and ecosystem balance
Morphology
SKIN COATGrayish-olive upperparts, bright yellow underside, black tail with white edges
LIMBS WINGSStrong, pointed wings enabling aerial hunting, relatively long tail for agile flight maneuvers
HEAD SENSORYLarge head with broad, flat bill adapted for catching flying insects, keen visual perception
BODY STRUCTURECompact body, length 20-23 cm, weight 37-45 g, wingspan 38-41 cm
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Linda Tanner from Los Osos, California, U.S.A.
