Brown-breasted Bamboo Tyrant
A species of Typical Tody-tyrants Scientific name : Hemitriccus obsoletus Genus : Typical Tody-tyrants
Brown-breasted Bamboo Tyrant, A species of Typical Tody-tyrants
Botanical name: Hemitriccus obsoletus
Genus: Typical Tody-tyrants
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Photo By Don Roberson
Description
The brown-breasted bamboo tyrant (Hemitriccus obsoletus) is a species of bird in the family Tyrannidae. It is found in Argentina and Brazil. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forests.
Size
11 cm
Nest Placement
Tree
Feeding Habits
Brown-breasted Bamboo Tyrant predominantly consumes insects, foraging solo or in duos within underbrush, favoring bamboo. They feed close to the ground, utilizing brief upward sallies to snatch prey from beneath foliage.
Habitat
The brown-breasted Bamboo Tyrant typically resides in mature humid tropical forests and older secondary growth areas with a preference for environments rich in bamboo stands. These birds inhabit broader geographical regions characterized by tropical climate conditions, favoring habitats with dense vegetation that provide ample cover and foraging opportunities.
Dite type
Insectivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Photo By Don Roberson
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Tyrant flycatchers Genus
Typical Tody-tyrants Species
Brown-breasted Bamboo Tyrant