The Scissor-Tail Flycatcher

Common Name: Scissor-Tail Flycatcher

Scientific Name: Tyrannus forficatus

Habitat: Breeds in open grasslands with occasional trees and shrubs.

Range: The Scissor-tail Flycatcher lives in the Central United States and

Interesting Fact: The Scissor-tail Flycatcher uses many human products in its nest, such as string, cloth, paper, carpet fuzz, and cigarette filters. One study of nests in an urban area in Texas found that artificial materials accounted for 30% of the weight of nests.

Source: Cornell, University (2009). Scissor-Tail Flycatcher. Retrieved April 17, 2009, from All About Birds Web site: http://www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/Scissor-Tail_Flycatcher/id