Black-chested Tyrant vs Mistletoe Tyrannulet
Taeniotriccus andrei compared with Zimmerius parvus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black-chested Tyrant | Mistletoe Tyrannulet |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Taeniotriccus andrei | Zimmerius parvus |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tyrannidae | Tyrannidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 11.5 cm (4.5 in) | 9.8 cm (3.9 in) |
| Weight | 9.275 g (0.33 oz) | 9.8 g (0.35 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Black-chested Tyrant
Least Concern
Mistletoe Tyrannulet
About These Birds
Black-chested Tyrant
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.