Gray Flycatcher (Empidonax wrightii) — Least Concern Aves

Gray Flycatcher

Empidonax wrightii

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Passeriformes · Tyrannidae

About

The American gray flycatcher, American grey flycatcher, or just gray flycatcher as it is known in North America, is a small, insectivorous passerine in the tyrant flycatcher family. It is common in the arid regions of western North America, especially the Great Basin. From sagebrush steppes to pinyon-juniper woodlands and ponderosa pine forests, this flycatcher forages for insects from shrubs or low tree branches.

Fun Fact

The American gray flycatcher, however, can be identified by a unique behavior, its downward tail wag.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in "arid open and semiopen areas with scrub and scattered trees".

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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