Brown-capped Tyrannulet
A species of White-fronted Tyrannulets Scientific name : Ornithion brunneicapillus Genus : White-fronted Tyrannulets
Brown-capped Tyrannulet, A species of White-fronted Tyrannulets
Botanical name: Ornithion brunneicapillus
Genus: White-fronted Tyrannulets
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Description
The brown-capped tyrannulet (Ornithion brunneicapillus) is a species of bird in the family Tyrannidae. It is found in Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Panama, and Venezuela. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests and heavily degraded former forest. 
Size
8 cm
Nest Placement
Shrub
Feeding Habits
Brown-capped Tyrannulet primarily feeds on insects, capturing them through adept aerial foraging. Brown-capped Tyrannulet exhibits unique dietary preferences by selectively hunting specific insect varieties, leveraging agile maneuvers among foliage. This distinct foraging technique underscores its dietary niche among avian species.
Habitat
The brown-capped Tyrannulet typically resides in humid tropical and upper tropical evergreen forests. These birds are also found at the edges of such forests, embracing the habitats of older second growths. They frequent nearby clearings and plantations as well. Their preferred elevational range extends from sea level up to 1200 meters, although they are most commonly observed below 600 meters in these broad georegions.
Dite type
Insectivorous
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Feeding Habits
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Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Tyrant flycatchers Species
Brown-capped Tyrannulet 
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