Black-billed Flycatcher
A species of Black-billed and Tawny-chested Flycatchers Scientific name : Aphanotriccus audax Genus : Black-billed and Tawny-chested Flycatchers
Black-billed Flycatcher, A species of Black-billed and Tawny-chested Flycatchers
Botanical name: Aphanotriccus audax
Genus: Black-billed and Tawny-chested Flycatchers
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Description
The black-billed flycatcher (Aphanotriccus audax) is a species of bird in the family Tyrannidae. It was first described by American naturalist Edward William Nelson in 1912 as Praedo audax. It is found in Colombia and Panama and its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests. It is threatened by habitat loss. 
Size
13 cm
Nest Placement
Shrub
Feeding Habits
Black-billed Flycatcher primarily consumes insects. It employs active foraging tactics to hunt its prey. Unique dietary traits include a preference for certain insect types, adapting its hunting methods to secure these foods effectively.
Habitat
The typical habitat of black-billed Flycatcher encompasses low and dense vegetation areas closely associated with water bodies like streams and swamps. These birds thrive in humid environments, primarily within mature secondary forests that offer rich cover. They are found from sea-level zones, with a more frequent occurrence starting at 100 meters elevation, and have been observed up to 700 meters. The preference for this type of habitat is noted across broader tropical geographic regions.
Dite type
Insectivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Tyrant flycatchers Species
Black-billed Flycatcher 
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