Acadian Flycatcher vs Black Phoebe

Empidonax virescens compared with Sayornis nigricans

Side-by-Side Comparison

Attribute Acadian Flycatcher Black Phoebe
Scientific Name Empidonax virescens Sayornis nigricans
Order Passeriformes Passeriformes
Family Tyrannidae Tyrannidae
Conservation Status Least Concern Least Concern
Length — —
Wingspan 14.2 cm (5.6 in) 17.3 cm (6.8 in)
Weight 12.633333333333333 g (0.45 oz) 18.75 g (0.66 oz)
Diet -- --
Clutch Size 1-4 1-6
Population Trend — —

Habitat Comparison

Shared Habitats

None

Acadian Flycatcher only

Black Phoebe only

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Acadian Flycatcher

Least Concern

Black Phoebe

About These Birds

Acadian Flycatcher

The Acadian Flycatcher weighs about 13g and breeds in eastern North American forest ravines. It is identified by its sharp 'peet-sa' call and olive-green upperparts.

Black Phoebe

The Black Phoebe is a medium-sized flycatcher with sooty-black plumage except for a white belly and vent, and a characteristic erect, upright posture. It is found throughout western North America south through Central and South America to Argentina, invariably near permanent water such as streams, ponds, and coastal areas. It feeds on flying insects caught in low, acrobatic sallies over water or ground.

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