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Acadian Flycatcher

Empidonax virescens

The Acadian Flycatcher is a small, cheerful bird that loves to sing in the trees. It has a soft greenish color and can be found flitting about in the woods, catching insects to eat.

Habitat: Forests

Appearance

The Acadian Flycatcher is a small, greenish-olive bird with a whitish throat and belly, often appearing slightly dull. It has a distinctive pale eye-ring and two clear whitish wing bars that help distinguish it from similar flycatchers.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassAvesOrderPasseriformesFamilyTyrannidaeGenusEmpidonax
Acadian Flycatcher
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Acadian Flycatcher

Category

Birds

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

An Acadian Flycatcher can catch hundreds of bugs in just one day!

Their unusual hanging nests often sway freely in the forest breezes.

These tiny birds migrate thousands of miles to warmer lands each year!

They use a special 'pee-tsa!' song to find mates and claim territory.

Special abilities

Ability

Aerial Ambush Hunter

Acadian Flycatcher can dart from a perch to snatch flying insects mid-air, a skilled aerial hunter in the forest.

Ability

Secret Nest Builder

Acadian Flycatcher has a unique nest, often flimsy-looking but sturdy, suspended like a hammock from tree branches.

Ability

Forest Voice

Acadian Flycatcher can use its distinct 'pee-tsa' call to communicate, helping other birds recognize its presence.

Measurements & details

Length
12.5-14 cm
Wingspan
22-24 cm
Weight
0.01-0.014 kg
Lifespan
3-7 years
Top Speed
40 km/h
Clutch Size
2-4
Incubation
13-15 days
Migration Distance
4000 km

Diet & Feeding

These tiny birds primarily eat flying insects caught mid-air!

Primary Foods

  • flies
  • mosquitoes
  • beetles
  • wasps
  • small caterpillars
  • spiders

Foraging Method

  • Ambush

Ecological connections

Traits

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Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Enjoy watching birds from a distance and be quiet so you don't scare them away.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is Acadian Flycatcher?

12.5-14 cm

What is Acadian Flycatcher's wingspan?

22-24 cm

How much does Acadian Flycatcher weigh?

0.01-0.014 kg

How long does Acadian Flycatcher live?

3-7 years

How fast can Acadian Flycatcher move?

40 km/h

What does Acadian Flycatcher eat?

These tiny birds primarily eat flying insects caught mid-air!

Where is Acadian Flycatcher usually found?

Forests

How does Acadian Flycatcher hunt?

Ambush

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