Couch's Kingbird

Couch's Kingbird, Tyrannus couchii

Found in southern Texas into Mexico, Couch's Kingbird is a medium-sized songbird similar to the Tropical Kingbird, best distinguished by song. Couch's Kingbird prefers thorn forests, brushy clearings, and tropical forests, but can be found in suburban areas. They are a permanent resident within its range although some individuals may move south during colder winters. Their diet may include small fruits, but is mainly insects which they catch by watching from a perch. Little is known about their breeding and nesting behavior, but is assumed to be similar to the Tropical Kingbird.