Pine flycatcher

The pine flycatcher is a species of bird in the family Tyrannidae, the tyrant flycatchers. It is found in Guatemala and Mexico. It has also been recorded as a vagrant to Arizona in the U.S.A.

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Distribution

Region

Mexican and Guatemalan Highlands

Typical Environment

Primarily inhabits montane pine–oak and mixed coniferous forests, often near forest edges, clearings, and along stream corridors. It favors mid-story perches from which it sallies to catch flying insects. The species can also use second-growth and selectively logged forests where suitable perch structure remains. It is generally local but can be fairly common where habitat is intact.

Altitude Range

1500–3200 m

Climate Zone

Highland

Characteristics

Size13–15 cm

Wing Span20–24 cm

Male Weight0.011 kg

Female Weight0.01 kg

Life Expectancy6 years

Ease of Keeping

Beginner friendly: 1/5

Useful to know

A small tyrant flycatcher of high-elevation pine–oak and conifer forests in Mexico and Guatemala, it is notoriously tricky to identify among Empidonax flycatchers. Voice and habitat are key: its thin, high, two-part song often gives it away. It was recorded as a rare vagrant to Arizona, marking the first U.S. record. Subtle field marks include a pale lower mandible and buffy wingbars.

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Behaviour

Temperament

solitary and territorial

Flight Pattern

short rapid wingbeats with frequent sallies from a perch

Social Behavior

Typically observed alone or in pairs during the breeding season, defending small territories. Nests are cup-shaped and placed on horizontal branches or in forks within conifers or pines. Pairs are presumed monogamous in a season, and clutch sizes are small, typical of Empidonax.

Migratory Pattern

Partial migrant

Song Description

Song is a thin, high, two-part whistle, often rendered as a soft 'pi-tseet' or 'pit-see' repeated at intervals. Calls are sharp, dry chips used during foraging and territory defense.

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