Great Shrike-tyrant
A species of Shrike-tyrants Scientific name : Agriornis lividus Genus : Shrike-tyrants
Great Shrike-tyrant, A species of Shrike-tyrants
Botanical name: Agriornis lividus
Genus: Shrike-tyrants
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Description
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Description
It is the largest species of tyrant flycatcher at 27.5–31 cm (10.8-12.2 in) long. The body weight of this large passerine is reported to average 99.2 grams (3.5 oz.) Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical dry shrubland, subtropical or tropical high-altitude shrubland, and pastureland.
Size
28 cm
Feeding Habits
Great Shrike-tyrant's diet consists mainly of large insects, lizards, frogs, and small mammals, along with eggs or nestlings of other birds. It forages by perching on high vantage points to spot and swoop down on ground dwelling prey or by catching them in flight.
Habitat
The great Shrike-tyrant favors semi-open landscapes, typically found in sub-arid regions characterized by bushy terrains, dense scrublands, and patches of cacti and bromeliads. It inhabits agricultural areas and open flats interspersed with trees at the edge of Nothofagus forests, avoiding overly dry, excessively humid environments, dense woodlands, and areas with high human activity.
Dite type
Carnivorous
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Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Tyrant flycatchers Genus
Shrike-tyrants Species
Great Shrike-tyrant