Eastern Phoebe

Sayornis phoebe

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  • The eastern phoebe, common to many parts of the United States and Canada, is one of 376 species of tyrant flycatchers. An omnivorous bird, the eastern phoebe feeds on insects, fruits, tadpoles, fish, lizards, and snakes.

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    "Eastern Phoebe," Microsoft(R) Encarta(R) 96 Encyclopedia. (c) 1993-1995 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.


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