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Hammond's Flycatcher

Empidonax hammondii

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Illustration of Hammond's Flycatcher (Empidonax hammondii)

Hammond's Flycatcher is a small, dark Empidonax flycatcher of mature conifer forests in western mountains. It is one of the most difficult birds to identify in North America — separating it from the Dusky and Gray Flycatchers requires careful attention to call, bill shape, and primary projection. Voice is the most reliable identification feature.

Habitat
Mature conifer forests of western mountain ranges
Diet
Insects caught in aerial sallies
How common
Common

Best time to see a Hammond's Flycatcher

The best time to see a Hammond's Flycatcher is March–June, when about 61% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 2,425 research-grade iNaturalist observations.

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