Grey Kingbird (Tyrannus dominicensis)
- HABITAT - The Grey Kingbird is native to the Caribbean, Central America, South America, and parts of the southeastern United States, particularly Florida during the breeding season. It thrives in open habitats, including coastal areas, mangroves, forests, and agricultural lands..
- DIET - Grey Kingbirds are primarily insectivorous, feeding on flying insects like bees, wasps, and dragonflies. They also consume berries and other fruits when insects are scarce. They often perch conspicuously on wires, branches, or fences, scanning for prey. Once they spot a target, they swoop out to catch it mid-air in a characteristic "sallying" flight.
- FACTS - Their calls are sharp and metallic, often described as a repeated "kip-kip-kip" sound, which can be quite loud and distinctive.
