The Tropical Kingbird is a common and loud kingbird of tropical America that enters the US in southern Arizona and the Lower Rio Grande Valley. It has become a predictable fall vagrant to the Pacific Coast. The notched brown tail and large, heavy bill distinguish it from similar kingbirds.
Best time to see a Tropical Kingbird
The best time to see a Tropical Kingbird is September–February, when about 60% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 4,789 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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