Black-crowned Tityra vs White-tailed Tityra
Tityra inquisitor compared with Tityra leucura
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black-crowned Tityra | White-tailed Tityra |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Tityra inquisitor | Tityra leucura |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tityridae | Tityridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 21.1 cm (8.3 in) | 21.1 cm (8.3 in) |
| Weight | 51.9 g (1.83 oz) | 43.1 g (1.52 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-3 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Black-crowned Tityra
Data Deficient
White-tailed Tityra
About These Birds
Black-crowned Tityra
The Black-crowned Tityra is a medium-sized, striking bird of tropical forests in Central and South America, with males showing a white body contrasting with a black crown and face mask, and a short red bill. It ranges from southern Mexico through Central America and across much of South America to Bolivia and Brazil, inhabiting forest canopy and edges. It feeds on small fruits and berries.