Double-banded Pygmy-Tyrant
Lophotriccus vitiosus
Least ConcernAves · Passeriformes · Tyrannidae
About
The double-banded pygmy tyrant is a species of bird in the family Tyrannidae, the tyrant flycatchers. It is found in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, French Guiana, Guyana, Peru, and Suriname.
Fun Fact
The double-banded pygmy tyrant was originally described in 1921 as Cometornis vitiosus.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Inhabits the tropical zone, primarily in humid terra firme and secondary forest and less often várzea forest.
Diet
Prey mostly by using short upward sallies from the perch to grab it from leaves.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance