Great Crested Flycatcher Myiarchus crinitus
Aves > Passeriformes > Tyrannidae
Names in different Languages
| German | Schnäppertyrann |
| English | Great Crested Flycatcher |
| French | Tyran huppé |
| Spanish | Copetón viajero |
Description
A large member of the flycatcher family with the preferred habitat of forests.
How to Identify
Difficult to spot and identify because this species prefers to stay in the crown of large trees. Yellow breast, grey throat and white stripes on the wings.
Where When to Spot
Best in Spring upon arrival. The species is then also easier to identify because of its call. Places like Belvédère Outremont or Park Mont-Royal are good options.
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Observations
| 2022-09-03 | Belvédère Outremont |
| 2022-05-14 | Belvédère Outremont |
| 2018-05-29 | Parc Mont-Royal |