Contopus cooperi ORDER: PASSERIFORMES FAMILY: TYRANNIDAE

IUCN Conservation Status: Near Threatened

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A distinctive large flycatcher of the boreal and western coniferous forests, the Olive-sided Flycatcher gives its "quick-three-beers" song from the tops of tall snags. It makes dashing flights from its high perch to catch flying insects, then returns to the same perch.