The Black-billed Ground-Tyrant is a distinctive ground-tyrant of the southern Andes, characterized by its all-black bill and a broad dark band across its crown and nape.
Where to spot
High-altitude grasslands and rocky areas in the southern Andes of Chile and Argentina. Some populations migrate to lower elevations and adjacent lowlands in winter.
How to spot
Identify by its all-black bill and the dark 'cap' on its head. It forages actively on the ground, making short runs and frequently tail-wagging.
When to spot
Best observed in its breeding grounds during austral spring and summer.
Where to spot
High-altitude grasslands and rocky areas in the southern Andes of Chile and Argentina. Some populations migrate to lower elevations and adjacent lowlands in winter.
How to spot
Identify by its all-black bill and the dark 'cap' on its head. It forages actively on the ground, making short runs and frequently tail-wagging.
When to spot
Best observed in its breeding grounds during austral spring and summer.
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Wikimedia Commons
This species often perches on large, isolated rocks or small mounds, using these elevated spots as a vantage point to spot insects on the ground below.
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