Long-crested Pygmy-Tyrant
Long-crested Pygmy-Tyrant
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The Eulophotic Pygmy-Tyrant is a tiny Tyrannid, distinguished by a subtle, often raised, crest. It inhabits humid lowland forests.
Where to spot
Known from specific humid lowland forests in central Amazonian Brazil, particularly south of the Amazon River.
How to spot
Scan the mid-story and canopy of mature lowland forests. Look for its tiny size and the subtle crest, and listen for its distinctive calls.
When to spot
Active throughout the day, often within mixed-species flocks. Observable year-round in its restricted range.
Where to spot
Known from specific humid lowland forests in central Amazonian Brazil, particularly south of the Amazon River.
How to spot
Scan the mid-story and canopy of mature lowland forests. Look for its tiny size and the subtle crest, and listen for its distinctive calls.
When to spot
Active throughout the day, often within mixed-species flocks. Observable year-round in its restricted range.
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The name 'eulophotic' derives from Greek for 'beautiful crest,' referencing the small but noticeable crest it possesses.
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