Bahia Tyrannulet

Bahia Tyrannulet

Phylloscartes beckeri

Near Threatened

Aves · Passeriformes · Tyrannidae

About

The Bahia tyrannulet is an Endangered species of bird in the family Tyrannidae, the tyrant flycatchers. It is endemic to the Brazilian states of Bahia and Minas Gerais.

Fun Fact

They assigned the specific epithet beckeri to honor the Bahian biologist Johann Becker "in recognition of his long-standing interest in several fields of natural history".

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Prey from leaves and twigs.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Hunting and Collection
  • Climate Change