Gray-bellied Shrike-Tyrant
NameGray-bellied Shrike-Tyrant
Common NameGray-bellied Shrike-Tyrant
Scientific NameAgriornis micropterus
FamilyTyrannidae
Wingspan (cm)32.5
Length (cm)21.5
Weight (g)50
Plumage DetailsUpperparts are grayish-brown, often with a slightly darker crown and mantle. Underparts are paler, grayish-white to pale gray, sometimes with a faint yellowish wash on the belly. It features a pale supercilium and a dark eye-stripe. The bill is stout, dark on the upper mandible and paler (often pinkish or yellowish) on the lower mandible.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations typically consist of harsh, chattering, or scratchy notes, often delivered from an exposed perch. Some calls are described as a 'churr' or 'trill'.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsgrassland, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in the Andes of South America, ranging from southern Peru through Bolivia, Chile, and Argentina. It is a migratory species, breeding in the southern parts of its range and moving north for the austral winter.
Identifying FeaturesMedium size for a flycatcher, Overall dull grayish-brown plumage, Stout, slightly hooked bill (dark above, pale below), Pale supercilium, Upright posture on exposed perches
Description
The Gray-bellied Shrike-Tyrant is a medium-sized tyrant flycatcher characterized by its dull grayish-brown plumage and stout bill. It typically perches conspicuously on shrubs or wires in open habitats, scanning for insect prey.
