White-headed Marsh Tyrant
White-headed Marsh Tyrant
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The White-headed Marsh Tyrant is a small, striking flycatcher of South America, named for the male's contrasting white head and glossy black body. Females are duller with a streaked crown.
Where to spot
Marshes, reed beds, and wetlands, often with standing water, across much of tropical and subtropical South America.
How to spot
Look for the male's unmistakable white head and black body. They often perch on reeds or low vegetation over water. Listen for their high-pitched, buzzy calls.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Best observed in the mornings when active and vocal.
Where to spot
Marshes, reed beds, and wetlands, often with standing water, across much of tropical and subtropical South America.
How to spot
Look for the male's unmistakable white head and black body. They often perch on reeds or low vegetation over water. Listen for their high-pitched, buzzy calls.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Best observed in the mornings when active and vocal.
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This species is a true marsh specialist, often seen clinging to reeds or emergent vegetation, making it a characteristic bird of wetland habitats.
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