Rufous-naped Ground Tyrant
A species of Ground Tyrants Scientific name : Muscisaxicola rufivertex Genus : Ground Tyrants
Rufous-naped Ground Tyrant, A species of Ground Tyrants
Botanical name: Muscisaxicola rufivertex
Genus: Ground Tyrants
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Photo By Nikolaj Mølgaard Thomsen 
Description
The rufous-naped ground tyrant (Muscisaxicola rufivertex) is a species of bird in the family Tyrannidae. It is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, and Peru. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical high-altitude shrubland and subtropical or tropical high-altitude grassland. 
Size
18 cm
Nest Placement
Ground
Feeding Habits
Rufous-naped Ground Tyrant primarily consumes insects, hunting mainly on the ground with short runs and hops. Often solitary, rufous-naped Ground Tyrant adopts an erect posture when stopping abruptly during pursuit. In the non-breeding season, rufous-naped Ground Tyrant may form small flocks for feeding.
Habitat
The rufous-naped Ground Tyrant occupies open terrains in the Andes, typically including short grasslands with interspersed rocky outcrops in arid zones. Its preferred landscapes feature grassy or plowed fields often adjacent to rocky inclines, gorges, cliffs, and ledges. In certain areas, rufous-naped Ground Tyrant may use rocky caves for roosting.
Dite type
Insectivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Photo By Nikolaj Mølgaard Thomsen 
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Tyrant flycatchers Genus
Ground Tyrants Species
Rufous-naped Ground Tyrant 
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