Eastern Phoebe (Sayornis phoebe)
The Eastern Phoebe (Sayornis phoebe) is a small, migratory bird renowned for its agile insect-catching abilities and distinctive, raspy call. Commonly found near water in open woodlands, this species is a familiar sight in the Montreal area during its late spring arrival.
Common Names
| 🇨🇦 | Eastern Phoebe |
| 🇫🇷 | Moucherolle phébi |
| 🇩🇪 | Weißbauch-Phoebetyrann |
| 🇲🇽 | Mosquero fibí |
Taxonomy
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tyrannidae |
Characteristics
| Length | 14-17cm |
| Weight | 16-21g |
| Wingspan | 26-28cm |
| Clutch Size | 2-6 eggs |
| Incubation | 16 days |
| Fledging | 16-20 days |
| Sexual Maturity | 1 year |
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📖 Wikipedia Page: For more information about this species.
Identification and Whereabouts
The Eastern Phoebe can be identified by its ringless eyes, proportionally large head, and dark bill, which distinguish it from other flycatchers.
Parc de la Frayère and Parc de la Pointe-aux-Prairies are locations where I have been able to observe this species well.
| Location | Spring | Summer | Autumn | Winter |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parc Angrignon | x | - | - | - |
| Parc Mont Saint-Bruno | - | x | - | - |
| Parc de la Frayère | x | x | - | - |
| Parc des Rapides | - | - | x | - |
| Parc Nature Pointe aux Prairies | x | - | - | - |
"x" indicates the species was observed, while "-" indicates no observation. Lack of observation doesn't necessarily imply that the species is absent. Data is derived from our park visit journals.
All content on this page — including photos, videos, and field audio recordings — was created by Karl-Heinz Müller, a Montréal-based wildlife filmmaker, sound recordist, and photographer. Founder of MUUUH and Québec Sauvage, he has spent over a decade documenting Canada’s natural habitats through immersive soundscapes and wildlife films. Learn more about Karl-Heinz
Last updated: 2025-01-13