Unstreaked Tit-Tyrant
NameUnstreaked Tit-Tyrant
Common NameUnstreaked Tit-Tyrant
Scientific NameUromyias agraphia
FamilyTyrannidae
Wingspan (cm)17
Length (cm)11.5
Weight (g)7
Plumage DetailsThis species has a grayish crown, a prominent white supercilium, and a dark eye-stripe. Its back is grayish-olive, contrasting with pale grayish-white underparts. The tail is relatively long and grayish.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations are generally quiet, consisting of soft, high-pitched 'tsip' notes or a rapid 'tsee-tsee-tsee' series, often given while foraging.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsmountain, forest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to a restricted area within the Andes of central Peru, primarily found in the departments of Huánuco and Pasco.
Identifying FeaturesSmall size, Long tail, Grayish plumage, Prominent white supercilium, Dark eye-stripe, Lack of streaking on underparts
Description
The Unstreaked Tit-Tyrant is a small, drab flycatcher characterized by its relatively long tail and grayish plumage. It typically inhabits high-altitude montane scrub and elfin forests, where it forages actively for insects.
