White-crested Tyrannulet
A species of Riparian Tyrannulets and Allies Scientific name : Serpophaga subcristata Genus : Riparian Tyrannulets and Allies
White-crested Tyrannulet, A species of Riparian Tyrannulets and Allies
Botanical name: Serpophaga subcristata
Genus: Riparian Tyrannulets and Allies
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Description General Info
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Description
The white-crested tyrannulet (Serpophaga subcristata) is a small species of bird in the family Tyrannidae. It is found in woodland and open habitats with scatted bushes and trees in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay. It is closely related to the white-bellied tyrannulet, but unlike that species the belly of the white-crested tyrannulet is yellow. The recently described Straneck's tyrannulet is extremely similar to the white-crested tyrannulet and was for a long time confused with that species; the two are generally best separated by voice.
Size
11 cm
Habitat
The habitat of white-crested Tyrannulet encompasses open woodlands, scrubby areas, and forest edges. This species prefers environments with scattered trees, bushes, and clearings that allow for foraging. Typically, white-crested Tyrannulet is associated with lowland regions characterized by a subtropical or tropical climate, where it thrives in both arid and semi-arid zones but is less commonly seen in moist forest areas.
Dite type
Insectivorous
General Info
Species Status
Not globally threatened.
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Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Tyrant flycatchers Species
White-crested Tyrannulet