Eastern Phoebe
Sayornis phoebe
Least ConcernAves · Passeriformes · Tyrannidae
About
The eastern phoebe is a small passerine bird. The genus name Sayornis is constructed from the specific part of Charles Lucien Bonaparte's name for Say's phoebe, Muscicapa saya, and Ancient Greek ornis, "bird". Phoebe is an alternative name for the Roman moon-goddess Diana, but it may also have been chosen to imitate the bird's call.
Fun Fact
The genus name Sayornis is constructed from the specific part of Charles Lucien Bonaparte's name for Say's phoebe, Muscicapa saya, and Ancient Greek ornis, "bird".
Quick Facts
Habitat
Found in wooded areas, particularly streamsides, and farmlands.
Diet
Eats some spiders, ticks, and millipedes.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance