Blue-billed Black-Tyrant
NameBlue-billed Black-Tyrant
Common NameBlue-billed Black-Tyrant
Scientific NameKnipolegus cyanirostris
FamilyTyrannidae
Wingspan (cm)26.5
Length (cm)14.5
Weight (g)17.5
Plumage DetailsAdult males are glossy black overall with a bright red iris and a distinctive pale blue bill. Both sexes possess a small white patch at the base of the primaries, visible during flight or when the wings are slightly spread.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a high-pitched, thin 'tseee' or 'tseet' call, sometimes delivered as a series of notes.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeThis species is found in southeastern South America, including southeastern Brazil, eastern Paraguay, northeastern Argentina, and Uruguay.
Identifying FeaturesAll black plumage, Bright red eyes, Pale blue bill, Small white patch at base of primaries
Description
The Blue-billed Black-Tyrant is a small, entirely black flycatcher known for its striking red eyes and pale blue bill. It typically perches conspicuously on branches in open woodlands and forest edges, sallying out to catch insects in flight.
