Black-chested Tyrant
NameBlack-chested Tyrant
Common NameBlack-chested Tyrant
Scientific NameTaeniotriccus andrei
FamilyTyrannidae
Wingspan (cm)17
Length (cm)10.5
Weight (g)8
Plumage DetailsThis species features a striking rufous-orange crown and nape, contrasting with a black face, throat, and chest. Its upperparts are dark, while the belly and flanks are grayish. Prominent white wing-bars are visible on its dark wings.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations typically consist of a high-pitched, thin, and rapid series of notes, often described as 'tsee-tsee-tsee' or 'swee-swee-swee'.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in scattered populations across northern South America, including parts of Venezuela, Guyana, Suriname, French Guiana, and northern Brazil.
Identifying Featuresrufous-orange head, black chest and throat, white wing-bars, small size, active flycatcher behavior
Description
The Black-chested Tyrant is a small, distinctive flycatcher found in the understory of humid lowland forests. It is an active insectivore, often observed gleaning insects from foliage or making short sallies to catch prey in flight.
