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Say's Phoebe

Sayornis saya ORDER: PASSERIFORMES FAMILY: TYRANNIDAE

IUCN Conservation Status: Least Concern

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Like other phoebes, the rusty-bellied Say's Phoebe is common around people, often nesting on buildings. A bird of open country, it is found from Alaska through Mexico.

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Appearance

Flycatchers
Flycatchers
Typical Voice

Adult Description

  • Small songbird; medium-sized flycatcher.
  • Upperparts pale brownish gray.
  • Belly and undertail cinnamon.
  • Wags tail.

Immature Description

Immature like adult, but browner and may show buff wingbar.

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    Say's Phoebe

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