Crowned Slaty Flycatcher
NameCrowned Slaty Flycatcher
Common NameCrowned Slaty Flycatcher
Scientific NameGriseotyrannus aurantioatrocristatus
FamilyTyrannidae
Wingspan (cm)29
Length (cm)18.5
Weight (g)27.5
Plumage DetailsUpperparts are grayish-brown, with a darker, almost blackish crown that conceals a bright orange-yellow patch, typically only visible when the bird is excited. Underparts are paler, a grayish-white, sometimes with faint streaking. Wings and tail are dark brown, with two faint pale wing-bars.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include sharp, high-pitched 'peep' or 'pip' notes, often given in a rapid series. It also produces a more complex, chattering song.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, grassland, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeThis species breeds in central and eastern South America, including parts of Bolivia, Paraguay, northern Argentina, and southern Brazil. During the austral winter, it migrates north to northern South America, reaching countries like Colombia, Venezuela, and the Guianas.
Identifying FeaturesDark, almost blackish crown, Concealed orange-yellow crown patch, Overall dull grayish-brown plumage, Two faint pale wing-bars, Typical flycatcher posture and sallying behavior
Description
The Crowned Slaty Flycatcher is a medium-sized tyrant flycatcher characterized by its dull grayish-brown plumage and a distinctive dark crown. It is an active insectivore, often observed sallying from exposed perches to catch prey in flight.
