D'Orbigny's chat-tyrant

D'Orbigny's chat-tyrant is a species of bird in the family Tyrannidae, the tyrant flycatchers. It is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, and Peru.

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Distribution

Region

Andes Mountains

Typical Environment

Occurs along the central Andes of Peru, Bolivia, northern Chile, and northwestern Argentina. Prefers open and semi-open highland habitats including montane scrub, rocky ravines, pasture edges, and Polylepis woodland margins. Often seen around human-altered landscapes such as hedgerows and field borders. It tolerates arid slopes and patchy shrub cover, using prominent perches to scan for prey.

Altitude Range

1800–4200 m

Climate Zone

Highland

Characteristics

Size14–16 cm

Wing Span22–25 cm

Male Weight0.017 kg

Female Weight0.016 kg

Life Expectancy6 years

Ease of Keeping

Beginner friendly: 1/5

Useful to know

A small Andean tyrant flycatcher, D'Orbigny's chat-tyrant often perches upright on rocks or low shrubs and makes short sallies to catch insects. It is named in honor of the French naturalist Alcide d'Orbigny, who worked extensively in Bolivia. The species adapts well to open montane scrub, hedgerows, and edges of Polylepis woodlands.

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D'Orbigny's chat-tyrant in Peru

Behaviour

Temperament

alert and upright

Flight Pattern

short rapid wingbeats with quick sallies from a perch

Social Behavior

Usually solitary or in pairs, especially during the breeding season. Pairs maintain small territories in scrub or open woodland edges. Cup nests are placed low in shrubs, rocky niches, or banks; both parents help feed the young.

Migratory Pattern

Resident

Song Description

Gives sharp ticking calls and thin, high-pitched chips. The song is a simple, brief series of clear notes or trills delivered from exposed perches, especially at dawn.

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