Scissor-tailed Flycatcher

Tyrannus forficatus

The scissor-tailed flycatcher, known as swallow-tailed flycatcher or scissorstail, is a long-tailed insectivorous bird of the genus Tyrannus, whose members are collectively referred to as kingbirds. It is found in North and Central America, and is Oklahoma's State Bird.

Scientific name

Tyrannus forficatus

Family

Tyrant Flycatchers

IUCN status

LC