Taczanowski's Ground Tyrant
A species of Ground Tyrants Scientific name : Muscisaxicola griseus Genus : Ground Tyrants
Taczanowski's Ground Tyrant, A species of Ground Tyrants
Botanical name: Muscisaxicola griseus
Genus: Ground Tyrants
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Description
Taczanowski's ground tyrant or plain-capped ground tyrant (Muscisaxicola griseus) is a species of bird in the family Tyrannidae. It is found in Bolivia and Peru. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical high-altitude grassland. 
Size
19 cm
Nest Placement
Ground
Feeding Habits
Taczanowski's Ground Tyrant feeds primarily on insects, foraging terrestrially with distinctive runs and hops. It exhibits unique erect postures and employs sallies from the ground for catching prey. In non-breeding seasons, taczanowski's Ground Tyrant may form loose flocks and forage alongside other species.
Habitat
The habitat of taczanowski's Ground Tyrant typically includes open páramo as well as puna grasslands. These birds are found in areas that are characterized by flat or gently sloping grassy terrain, and sometimes they inhabit dry grounds with sparse vegetation. The general environmental conditions are indicative of high-altitude grassland ecosystems without specifying the elevation range.
Dite type
Insectivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Photo By Lars Petersson 
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Tyrant flycatchers Genus
Ground Tyrants Species
Taczanowski's Ground Tyrant 
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