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Great Kiskadee
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Great Kiskadee
Pitangus sulphuratus
The Great Kiskadee is a cheerful bird known for its bright yellow belly and loud calls. It loves to perch on branches and often catches insects or small fish near water.
Habitat: Urban areas
Appearance
The Great Kiskadee has a bright yellow belly and an olive-brown back. Its head is black with a distinctive bold white stripe above each eye, and a hidden yellow crown patch. These bold markings make it easily recognizable.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassAvesOrderPasseriformesFamilyTyrannidaeGenusPitangus
Category
BirdsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Snaps
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Interesting facts
Great Kiskadees are fearless, often chasing away much larger birds like hawks!
Hidden on its head is a bright yellow crown, only seen when the bird is excited!
They are not picky eaters, enjoying everything from berries to small frogs and lizards!
This clever bird sometimes steals insects right from spiderwebs, outsmarting spiders!
Special abilities
Ability
Fishing Diver
Great Kiskadee can dive headfirst into water to catch fish and tadpoles because of its keen eyesight and agility.
Ability
Aerial Hunter
Great Kiskadee can snatch insects mid-air with lightning speed because of its sharp vision and quick reflexes.
Ability
Territorial Call
Great Kiskadee has an incredibly loud, onomatopoeic call that helps them communicate and defend their territory.
Measurements & details
- Length
- 20-25 cm
- Wingspan
- 35-40 cm
- Weight
- 0.045-0.07 kg
- Lifespan
- 5-8 years
- Top Speed
- 35 km/h
- Clutch Size
- 2-5
- Incubation
- 14-16 days
Diet & Feeding
A greedy omnivore, it eats almost anything it can catch, from insects to fish and fruit!
Primary Foods
- large insects
- small fish
- berries
- frogs
- lizards
- tadpoles
Foraging Method
- Pursuit
Ecological connections
hunts
Green Darner Dragonfly
Anax junius
A primary insect food source for adults.
hunts
Guppy
Poecilia reticulata
Dives into water to catch these small fish.
eaten by
Roadside Hawk
Buteo magnirostris
Eggs, nestlings, and sometimes adults are preyed upon.
eats
Shortleaf Fig
Ficus citrifolia
Feeds on the fruits, spreading seeds.
Traits
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Also known as
Kiskadee
Collections
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 Great Kiskadee?
20-25 cm
What is Great Kiskadee's wingspan?
35-40 cm
How much does Great Kiskadee weigh?
0.045-0.07 kg
How long does Great Kiskadee live?
5-8 years
How fast can Great Kiskadee move?
35 km/h
What does Great Kiskadee eat?
A greedy omnivore, it eats almost anything it can catch, from insects to fish and fruit!
Where is Great Kiskadee usually found?
Urban areas
How does Great Kiskadee hunt?
Pursuit
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