Black-fronted Ground-Tyrant
NameBlack-fronted Ground-Tyrant
Common NameBlack-fronted Ground-Tyrant
Scientific NameMuscisaxicola frontalis
FamilyTyrannidae
Wingspan (cm)32
Length (cm)19.5
Weight (g)35
Plumage DetailsUpperparts are plain gray, with slightly darker wings and tail. The underparts are whitish, sometimes with a faint grayish wash on the breast. The most striking feature is the contrasting black forehead and lores, forming a mask against the pale gray crown and supercilium.
Vocalization / CallGenerally a quiet bird, its vocalizations include soft, high-pitched 'chip' or 'tseet' notes, often given when disturbed or in flight. These calls are typically thin and short.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsmountain, grassland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeInhabits the high Andean regions of South America, ranging from central Peru south through Bolivia and Chile to Argentina. It is a partial migrant, moving to lower elevations or more northern areas during the austral winter.
Identifying Featuresblack forehead and lores, plain gray plumage, ground-dwelling behavior, high-altitude habitat, upright posture
Description
A medium-sized ground-tyrant characterized by its plain gray upperparts, whitish underparts, and a distinctive black forehead and lores. This species is typically found foraging for insects on the ground in high-altitude open habitats of the Andes.
