Black-billed Shrike-Tyrant
NameBlack-billed Shrike-Tyrant
Common NameBlack-billed Shrike-Tyrant
Scientific NameAgriornis montanus
FamilyTyrannidae
Wingspan (cm)34
Length (cm)21.5
Weight (g)45
Plumage DetailsUpperparts are grayish-brown, with a faint streaking on the crown and a pale supercilium contrasting with a darker loral stripe. Underparts are paler, grayish-white to buffy. The bill is entirely dark (blackish).
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include harsh, chattering, or scratchy notes, often described as a series of 'chak' or 'tchew' sounds.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsmountain, grassland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in the Andes mountains of South America, from southern Colombia and Ecuador, through Peru and Bolivia, to Chile and Argentina.
Identifying FeaturesLarge, drab grayish-brown flycatcher, Strong, dark (blackish) bill, Pale supercilium (eyebrow stripe), Upright perching posture, White outer tail feathers (visible in flight)
Description
The Black-billed Shrike-Tyrant is a relatively large, drab flycatcher found in the Andes. It typically perches prominently on shrubs or rocks in open habitats, scanning for insects. Its strong, dark bill and upright posture are characteristic.
