Grey-headed Piprites
A species of Piprites Scientific name : Piprites griseiceps Genus : Piprites
Grey-headed Piprites, A species of Piprites
Botanical name: Piprites griseiceps
Genus: Piprites
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Description
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Description
The grey-headed piprites (Piprites griseiceps) is a species of bird which traditionally has been placed in the family Tyrannidae. It is found in Costa Rica, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forest. 
Size
12 cm
Feeding Habits
Grey-headed Piprites primarily consumes small fruits and insects. It forages mainly in the midstory of forests, showcasing unique adaptations to glean food from foliage. Its feeding behavior is marked by agility, enabling it to extract prey from difficult-to-reach areas.
Habitat
Grey-headed Piprites predominantly dwells in dense forest environments and areas with adjacent tall secondary growth. These birds are mainly found in lower elevations, typically ranging from 100 to 600 meters above sea level, but they can occasionally be found at altitudes up to 750 meters. The habitat spans across broader subtropical or tropical moist lowland forest regions.
Dite type
Insectivorous
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Cotingas Genus
Piprites Species
Grey-headed Piprites 
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