Bahia Wagtail-Tyrant
NameBahia Wagtail-Tyrant
Common NameBahia Wagtail-Tyrant
Scientific NameStigmatura bahiae
FamilyTyrannidae
Wingspan (cm)19
Length (cm)12.5
Weight (g)8
Plumage DetailsFeatures pale yellow underparts, brownish-grey upperparts, a distinct dark eye-stripe, and two prominent white wing-bars. Its long, graduated tail is brownish with conspicuous white outer tail feathers.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a series of high-pitched, often trilling or chattering notes, sometimes described as a rapid 'tsee-tsee-tsee' or 'chip-chip-chip' with variations.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, grassland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to northeastern Brazil, primarily found in the state of Bahia, extending into parts of Sergipe and northern Minas Gerais.
Identifying Featureslong, wagging tail, pale yellow underparts, brownish-grey upperparts, dark eye-stripe, white wing-bars, white outer tail feathers
Description
A small, active tyrant-flycatcher, this species is known for its distinctive long, often cocked and wagged tail. It typically forages in low scrub and dry woodlands, constantly flicking its tail while searching for insects.
