Andean Negrito vs Mistletoe Tyrannulet
Lessonia oreas compared with Zimmerius parvus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Andean Negrito | Mistletoe Tyrannulet |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lessonia oreas | Zimmerius parvus |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tyrannidae | Tyrannidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 15.9 cm (6.3 in) | 9.8 cm (3.9 in) |
| Weight | 13.8 g (0.49 oz) | 9.8 g (0.35 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3-4 | 2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Andean Negrito
Least Concern
Mistletoe Tyrannulet
About These Birds
Andean Negrito
The Andean Negrito is a small tyrant flycatcher with a 15.9 cm wingspan, weighing 13.8 grams. It inhabits rocky open habitats and stream margins at high Andean elevations. Males are predominantly black, while females are brown with streaked underparts.