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Tropical Kingbird

Tyrannus melancholicus

Description:

Although a widespread bird and a seemingly typical kingbird, the Tropical Kingbird is among the most specialized of flycatchers. It forages almost exclusively by sallying after large flying insects.

Habitat:

Open country with scattered trees, urban areas, mangrove forests, cactus forests.

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LuisStevens
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LuisStevens

San Luis Potosí, San Luis Potosí, Mexico

Spotted on Jan 23, 2016
Submitted on Jan 24, 2016

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