Eastern Phoebe

Eastern phoebe perched on a branch
Eastern phoebe. Image by Jack Bulmer from Pixabay
AppearanceThe eastern phoebe is a medium-sized bird about 7″ long with brown/gray above, darker on the wings & tail, white throat, and pale yellow underparts.
DietFlying insects and small fruits.
Feeder FoodThey don’t visit feeders.
HabitatCommonly found around rural homes but need some wooded area nearby as well as water.
NestingThey build a cup-shaped nest and place it on a building, bridge, or other crevice-type location. They have 1-2 broods/season and usually 5 eggs/brood. The eggs are white and sometimes speckled. Incubation is for 14-16 days and fledglings leave the nest about 15-17 days after hatching.

Range Map

Eastern phoebe range map.
Eastern phoebe range map. Compliments of The Cornell Lab.

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