Bird Study- Kingbirds and Flycatchers

Three cousins, king birds, pewee's and flycatchers were the object of our bird study today. We only focused on the type that lives in our area at various times of the year.

The king bird is so called because he is so brave. The king of birds, he intimidates predators by his incessant nagging.
Here in San Antonio, we may be able to find the Western Kingbird during the summer months.

The flycatchers have the best eyesight and swiftest maneuvers to catch insects, including bees (drones, of course).  What's interesting about them as well, is they like to line their nests with snake skins.

In San Antonio, we can find the Great Crested Flycatcher during the summer

possibly the Ash-throated flycatcher during summer months

Eastern Wood Pewee during the summer

Scissor tailed flycatcher during the summer which is also the Oklahoma state bird.

For some great bird activities check out this sight:
Texas Park and Wildlife