Bolivian Tyrannulet
A species of Zimmerius Tyrannulets Scientific name : Zimmerius bolivianus Genus : Zimmerius Tyrannulets
Bolivian Tyrannulet, A species of Zimmerius Tyrannulets
Botanical name: Zimmerius bolivianus
Genus: Zimmerius Tyrannulets
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Description
Description
The Bolivian tyrannulet (Zimmerius bolivianus) is a species of bird in the family Tyrannidae. It is found in Bolivia and Peru. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forests.
Size
12 cm
Feeding Habits
Bolivian Tyrannulet predominantly feeds on insects, supplementing its diet with small fruits, like mistletoe berries. It forages alone or in pairs, often in the forest canopy, and may join mixed-species flocks. Bolivian Tyrannulet's feeding involves active movement, utilizing perch-gleaning and sally-gleaning techniques.
Habitat
Bolivian Tyrannulet are typically found in humid montane forests, which often include the unique ecosystems of mossy cloudforests. They also inhabit areas of secondary growth and clearings adjacent to these primary habitats. The general environmental conditions are characterized by high humidity and abundant vegetation commonly associated with mountainous regions within broader tropical areas.
Dite type
Insectivorous
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Tyrant flycatchers Genus
Zimmerius Tyrannulets Species
Bolivian Tyrannulet