Amazonian black tyrant
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SPECIES
Knipolegus poecilocercus

The Amazonian black tyrant (Knipolegus poecilocercus ) is a species of bird in the family Tyrannidae. It is found in subtropical or tropical swamps in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Guyana, Peru, and Venezuela.

Appearance

The males are readily identified by their shiny black body, blue hooded head and light blue bills. The females more drab-coloured, with an olive brown body, lighter underside and streaked wing lining, with a reddish brown lining on the inner tail feathers.

Distribution

Geography

Amazonian black tyrant habitat map
Amazonian black tyrant habitat map
Amazonian black tyrant
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Habits and Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Seasonal behavior
Bird's call

Diet and Nutrition

Population

References

1. Amazonian black tyrant Wikipedia article - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amazonian_black_tyrant
2. Amazonian black tyrant on The IUCN Red List site - https://www.iucnredlist.org/species/22700228/93764991
3. Xeno-canto bird call - https://xeno-canto.org/553610

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