Smoky-fronted Tody-flycatcher
A species of Poecilotriccus Tody-flycatchers Scientific name : Poecilotriccus fumifrons Genus : Poecilotriccus Tody-flycatchers
Smoky-fronted Tody-flycatcher, A species of Poecilotriccus Tody-flycatchers
Botanical name: Poecilotriccus fumifrons
Genus: Poecilotriccus Tody-flycatchers
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Photo By Lars Petersson Description
The smoky-fronted tody-flycatcher (Poecilotriccus fumifrons) is a species of bird in the family Tyrannidae, and one of twelve in the genus Poecilotriccus. It is found in Brazil, French Guiana, and Suriname. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical dry forests and subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests.
Size
9 cm
Nest Placement
Shrub
Feeding Habits
Smoky-fronted Tody-flycatcher primarily consumes insects like beetles, wasps, and flies, often foraging in pairs and catching prey through brief, darting flights.
Habitat
The smoky-fronted Tody-flycatcher is typically found in environments characterized by dense shrubs and thickets, often inhabiting forest edges, overgrown pastures, and clearings. This species also inhabits low bushes within open savannas, provided that these areas are in proximity to forest edges. The general environmental conditions important for this bird include a need for thick vegetation, which it uses for feeding and nesting.
Dite type
Insectivorous
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Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Photo By Lars Petersson Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Tyrant flycatchers Species
Smoky-fronted Tody-flycatcher