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Sulphur-bellied Flycatcher

Myiodynastes luteiventris

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Illustration of Sulphur-bellied Flycatcher (Myiodynastes luteiventris)

The Sulphur-bellied Flycatcher nests in the US only in sycamore-lined canyons of southeastern Arizona. Its loud, squeaky call sounds like a squeezed rubber duck. The bright yellow underparts and rufous tail distinguish it from similar flycatchers. It winters in South America and is a late arrival to Arizona.

Habitat
Sycamore canyons of southeastern Arizona
Diet
Large flying insects and berries
How common
Uncommon

Best time to see a Sulphur-bellied Flycatcher

The best time to see a Sulphur-bellied Flycatcher is May–July, when about 61% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 714 research-grade iNaturalist observations.

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