Bearded Tachuri
Polystictus pectoralis
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The Bearded Tachuri is a near-threatened, tiny flycatcher of grasslands and open savannas in South America, from Colombia and Venezuela south to Argentina. Males have a bearded appearance with white throat streaking and rusty-brown plumage with a streaked breast. It inhabits tall native grasslands that are increasingly threatened by agriculture.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 9.0 cm | 3.5 in |
| Weight | 6.65 g | 0.23 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Clutch Size
3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Tyrannidae (Tyrant Flycatchers) |
| Genus | Polystictus |
| Species | Polystictus pectoralis |
Distribution
Bearded Tachuri has been recorded in 3 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Tyrannidae family