Great Crested Flycatcher
Myiarchus crinitus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="myiarchus-crinitus"></birdfyi-bird>The Great Crested Flycatcher (Myiarchus crinitus) is a bird species in the family Tyrannidae (tyrant flycatchers), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 19.8 cm and a weight of 33.4 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 19.8 cm | 7.8 in |
| Weight | 33.4 g | 1.18 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 13-15 days. Fledging: 13-15 days.
Clutch Size
4-8
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Tyrannidae (Tyrant Flycatchers) |
| Genus | Myiarchus |
| Species | Myiarchus crinitus |
Distribution
Great Crested Flycatcher has been recorded in 5 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Tyrannidae family