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Step 1
Look for Great Kiskadees in Mexico, South America, Central America and the lower Rio Grande Valley in extreme southern Texas. Great Kiskadees usually live near places with heavy vegetation such as scrublands. They also live along rivers and lakes, in parks and occasionally in the open country.
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Step 2
Note the size of this large flycatcher. The Great Kiskadee ranges in size from 9.5- to 10-inches long, and it has a wingspan of approximately 16 inches. They weigh about 2 oz.
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Step 3
Pay close attention to the appearance of the Great Kiskadee. These birds have bright yellow underparts and brown upperparts. They have a black and white striped head with a black eye line and a black crown. The pointed wings and rounded tail are brown. The Great Kiskadee also has a black bill and black feet and legs.
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Step 4
Listen to the sounds of the Great Kiskadee. These birds make noises most often during breeding season that resemble a loud, scream like "cree-ah" or a slower "kis-ka-dee." Hear the Great Kiskadee on the What Bird website (see Resources below).
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Step 5
Watch the Great Kiskadee fly. This flycatcher flies slowly in a fluttering manner. Look for shallow wing beats during flight. The Great Kiskadee also likes to catch insects while in flight.
