Tyrannus melancholicus melancholicus

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:subspecies
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Tropical_Kingbird
gptkbp:behavior often seen in pairs
aggressive towards intruders
gptkbp:breeding_season spring to summer
gptkbp:character_traits vocal mimicry
gptkbp:clutch_size 3-4 eggs
gptkbp:color yellow underparts
slightly hooked
grayish-brown upperparts
gptkbp:common_name gptkb:Tropical_Kingbird
gptkbp:conservation_efforts habitat protection
gptkbp:conservation_status gptkb:Least_Concern
gptkbp:cultural_significance popular in birdwatching
gptkbp:diet fruits
insects
gptkbp:distribution widespread in Central America
gptkbp:egg_color white with brown spots
gptkbp:fledging_period 14-21 days
gptkbp:foraging_behavior sallying from a perch
gptkbp:habitat trees or shrubs
open areas
semi-open areas
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Tyrannus melancholicus melancholicus
gptkbp:incubation_period 14-16 days
gptkbp:is_a gptkb:Tyrannus_melancholicus
gptkbp:length 20-23 cm
gptkbp:migration resident
gptkbp:native_to gptkb:Central_America
gptkbp:nesting high
cup-shaped
grass and twigs
gptkbp:population_trend gptkb:Professional_Wrestler
gptkbp:predators birds of prey
snakes
gptkbp:related_species gptkb:Tyrannus_forficatus
gptkb:Tyrannus_tyrannus
gptkbp:research_interest behavioral ecology
gptkbp:soundtrack melodic and varied
gptkbp:subspecies gptkb:Tyrannus_melancholicus
gptkbp:tail_type long and forked
gptkbp:territorial_behavior defends nesting territory
gptkbp:threats habitat loss
pesticide use
gptkbp:voice_actor sharp calls
gptkbp:weight 30-50 g
gptkbp:wingspan 30-35 cm