Venezuelan Tyrannulet
A species of Zimmerius Tyrannulets Scientific name : Zimmerius petersi Genus : Zimmerius Tyrannulets
Venezuelan Tyrannulet, A species of Zimmerius Tyrannulets
Botanical name: Zimmerius petersi
Genus: Zimmerius Tyrannulets
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Description
Description
The Venezuelan tyrannulet (Zimmerius petersi) is a species of passerine bird in the family Tyrannidae. It is found in northern Venezuela. The Venezuelan tyrannulet was formerly considered to be conspecific with Zimmerius improbus (now spectacled tyrannulet) but the two species were split after a molecular phylogenetic study published in 2013 found that they were not closely related.
Habitat
Venezuelan Tyrannulet typically resides in a spectrum of forested environments, ranging from sparse woodlands to areas of dense forestation. Additionally, venezuelan Tyrannulet inhabits open regions that feature a mix of trees and shrubbery, indicating a preference for landscapes where some form of foliage offers cover and foraging opportunities.
Dite type
Insectivorous
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Tyrant flycatchers Genus
Zimmerius Tyrannulets Species
Venezuelan Tyrannulet