Grey-collared Becard
A species of Becards Scientific name : Pachyramphus major Genus : Becards
Grey-collared Becard, A species of Becards
Botanical name: Pachyramphus major
Genus: Becards
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Description General Info
Description
The grey-collared becard (Pachyramphus major) is a species of bird in the family Tityridae. Its genus, Pachyramphus, has traditionally been placed in Cotingidae or Tyrannidae, but evidence strongly suggests it is better placed in Tityridae. It is found in Belize, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, and Nicaragua. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical dry forest, subtropical or tropical moist lowland forest, and subtropical or tropical moist montane forest. 
Size
16 cm
Feeding Habits
Grey-collared Becard predominantly consumes fruits and invertebrates. Its foraging techniques include gleaning from foliage and flycatching. Grey-collared Becard exhibits a preference for certain fruits, showcasing unique dietary adaptations among becards.
Habitat
The grey-collared Becard typically inhabits subtropical or tropical regions, thriving in a variety of forest environments including dry, moist lowland, and montane forests. Its range extends to humid to semi-arid lands, with preferences for pine and oak woodlands. Commonly found near forest edges, plantations, and agricultural landscapes with tree availability, the grey-collared Becard is also present in Pacific swamp and tropical semi-deciduous forests. It can adapt to elevations up to 2500 meters, showcasing a flexible tolerance to different altitudes within its broad habitat spectrum.
Dite type
Insectivorous
General Info
Species Status
Not globally threatened.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Cotingas Genus
Becards Species
Grey-collared Becard 
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