Olive-sided Flycatcher

Tyrant Flycatchers, Calyptura 👁 332 views Updated 2026-11-01

Olive-sided Flycatcher (<em>Contopus cooperi</em>) is a species of Tyrant Flycatchers, Calyptura (<em>Tyrannidae</em>) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).

Overview

Olive-sided Flycatcher (Contopus cooperi) is a species of Tyrant Flycatchers, Calyptura (Tyrannidae) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines). A chunky flycatcher that perches high on snags, calling 'quick-three-beers'; sallies far out for flying insects; a long-distance migrant to South America.

Scientific Classification

Genus: Contopus; binomial: Contopus cooperi; authority: (Nuttall, 1831). Typical size: 18-20cm. Average lifespan: 3-6 years.

Distribution

Breeding range: the Nearctic. Non-breeding range: n, c SA.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

No additional remarks recorded.

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