Great Kiskadee
Pitangus sulphuratus
LCLeast Concern
- Family
- Tyrant Flycatchers and Allies (Tyrannidae)
- Order
- Passeriformes
Overview
The great kiskadee (Pitangus sulphuratus) is a passerine bird in the tyrant flycatcher family Tyrannidae. It is the only member of the genus Pitangus. It breeds in open woodland with some tall trees, including cultivation and around human habitation. It is found from the extreme southern United States south to Argentina.
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Range and habitat
Sources and further reading
- Wikipedia: Great kiskadee
- eBird: sightings, maps and photos
- xeno-canto: sound recordings
- Birds of the World: full species account (subscription)
- BirdLife DataZone: status and threats
- IUCN Red List (threat status)
- AviList global checklist (taxonomy)
Last updated September 29, 2026.
