Tumbesian Tyrannulet
Nesotriccus tumbezanus
Tumbesian Tyrannulet (Nesotriccus tumbezanus) — Songbirds & Perching Birds of South America.
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The Tumbesian Tyrannulet (Nesotriccus tumbezanus) is a member of the Tyrannidae family found in South America.
Where it fits
- Class Aves
- Order Passeriformes
- Family Tyrannidae Tyrant Flycatchers, Calyptura
- Genus Nesotriccus
- Species tumbezanus
Quick facts
- Family
- Tyrannidae
- Order
- Passeriformes
Biology & behaviour
The Tumbesian Tyrannulet (Nesotriccus tumbezanus) is a species of bird in the family Tyrant flycatchers, calyptura (Tyrannidae), part of the order Passeriformes. It is found across South America. Its breeding range covers SA sw Ecuador, nw Peru.
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Conservation
Every bird benefits from bird-safe windows, native plants, and keeping cats indoors. Small changes at home add up to real protection.
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Guides for this bird
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