Black-capped Gnatcatcher

11 cm (4-5") Rare. Mexican bird that enters United States at southeastern Arizona.

Male: told from similar Black-tailed Flycatcher by its extensive white under the tail and a longer bill. Also black from cap extends below the eye.

Female: gray above, black uppertail. White underparts, including white under the tail. Slight eye ring. Told from similar female Black-tailed Gnatcatcher by its extensive white under the tail.

Song: distinctive "mew".

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