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Eastern Kingbird
Tyrannus tyrannus
- Worldwide
- 74,344 observations
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About
The eastern kingbird (Tyrannus tyrannus) is a large tyrant flycatcher native to the Americas. The bird is predominantly dark gray with white underbelly and pointed wings. Eastern kingbirds are conspicuous and are commonly found in open areas with scattered trees and bushes, where they perch while foraging for insects. The Eastern kingbird is migratory, with its breeding range spread across North America and its wintering range in Central and South America.
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Recent sightings near Vancouver
Research-grade observations within 25 km, newest first.
- Aug 10, 2026Coquitlam, BC, CanadaObserver: John MartinView observation from Aug 10, 2026 on iNaturalist
- Aug 10, 2026Coquitlam, BC, CanadaObserver: John MartinView observation from Aug 10, 2026 on iNaturalist
- Aug 10, 2026Coquitlam, BC, CanadaObserver: John MartinView observation from Aug 10, 2026 on iNaturalist
- Aug 8, 2026Coquitlam, BC, CAObserver: riyacView observation from Aug 8, 2026 on iNaturalist
- Aug 6, 2026Coquitlam, BC, CanadaObserver: Natasha BeauregardView observation from Aug 6, 2026 on iNaturalist
- Aug 3, 2026Greater Vancouver, CA-BC, CAObserver: Senna Bryce RobesonView observation from Aug 3, 2026 on iNaturalist