Black-backed Water-Tyrant
NameBlack-backed Water-Tyrant
Common NameBlack-backed Water-Tyrant
Scientific NameFluvicola albiventer
FamilyTyrannidae
Wingspan (cm)19
Length (cm)12.5
Weight (g)11
Plumage DetailsAdults have a pure white head, throat, breast, belly, and rump. The back, wings, and tail are black, with a distinct white wing-bar formed by the white edges of the secondary coverts.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include thin, high-pitched 'tsee' or 'tsip' calls, often given singly or in short, simple phrases.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatswetland, grassland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeThis species is found in central and eastern South America, inhabiting wetlands, marshes, and the edges of rivers and lakes across parts of Brazil, Paraguay, Uruguay, Bolivia, and Argentina.
Identifying FeaturesStriking black and white plumage, White head and underparts contrasting with black back and wings, Prominent white wing-bar, Small size, Often perches low near water
Description
The Black-backed Water-Tyrant is a small, striking flycatcher known for its bold black and white plumage. It typically perches conspicuously on emergent vegetation or low branches near water, sallying out to catch insects in flight.
