Acadian flycatcher

noun

a small flycatcher, Empidonax virescens, of eastern North America, usually having olive-green plumage above with a yellow tinge on the sides and belly.

Discover More

Word History and Origins

Origin of Acadian flycatcher¹

First recorded in 1930–35

Discover More

Example Sentences

Examples have not been reviewed.

“The Sibley Birds Coloring Field Journal” is 67 pages of detailed line drawings of birds, from the Acadian flycatcher to the red-tailed hawk, perched on heavy white paper and ready for your colored pencils.

From

There the Acadian flycatcher pursued his calling, fluttering his wings and uttering a sweet little murmur when he alighted.

From

Acadia National Park Acadian owl

Browse