Black-chested Tyrant
Taeniotriccus andrei
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<birdfyi-bird slug="taeniotriccus-andrei"></birdfyi-bird>The Black-chested Tyrant (Taeniotriccus andrei) is a bird species in the family Tyrannidae (tyrant flycatchers), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 11.5 cm and a weight of 9.3 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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The Black-chested Tyrant is a small, distinctive tyrant flycatcher of northern South American forests in Venezuela, Trinidad, and adjacent areas of Brazil and Guyana, with males showing a black breast band and head pattern contrasting with white underparts and rufous wings. It inhabits the undergrowth and lower levels of humid forest edges and dense secondary growth. It feeds on small insects.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 11.5 cm | 4.5 in |
| Weight | 9.275 g | 0.33 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Tyrannidae (Tyrant Flycatchers) |
| Genus | Taeniotriccus |
| Species | Taeniotriccus andrei |
Distribution
Black-chested Tyrant has been recorded in 2 countries.
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Other species in the Tyrannidae family