Short-tailed Pygmy-Tyrant
Short-tailed Pygmy-Tyrant
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The Short-tailed Pygmy-Tyrant is an exceptionally tiny Tyrannid, notable for its very short tail and active movements. It inhabits humid lowland forests.
Where to spot
Found in humid lowland forests across the Amazon basin, including parts of Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, and Brazil.
How to spot
Scan the mid-story and canopy for tiny, fast-moving birds. Its extremely short tail is a key identification feature. Listen for its high-pitched, often insect-like calls.
When to spot
Active throughout the day, often perching high and darting out for insects. Observable year-round.
Where to spot
Found in humid lowland forests across the Amazon basin, including parts of Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, and Brazil.
How to spot
Scan the mid-story and canopy for tiny, fast-moving birds. Its extremely short tail is a key identification feature. Listen for its high-pitched, often insect-like calls.
When to spot
Active throughout the day, often perching high and darting out for insects. Observable year-round.
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This species holds the record for one of the shortest tails relative to body size among Tyrannidae, giving it a distinctive 'tail-less' appearance.
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