Belted flycatcher
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Xenotriccus callizonus

The belted flycatcher (Xenotriccus callizonus ) is a species of bird in the family Tyrannidae. It is found in southern Mexico, Guatemala and El Salvador. It is threatened by habitat loss.

Appearance

This bird is relatively dull in appearance, though it does sport a flashy crest. The upperparts are a light brown, the underparts a dull yellow. Other features include a pale eye-ring and cocoa wing-bars and chest band, the latter giving it its name. Similar species include the pileated flycatcher and tufted flycatcher.

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The bird is usually relatively reclusive, opting to remain concealed in thickets, leaving to hawk or glean insects. It is usually relatively solitary and most likely socially monogamous.

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Distribution

Geography

Belted flycatcher habitat map

Biome

Belted flycatcher habitat map
Belted flycatcher
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Habits and Lifestyle

Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical dry scrub forest, especially that dominated by oaks and pines.

Lifestyle
Seasonal behavior
Bird's call

Mating Habits

References

1. Belted flycatcher Wikipedia article - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Belted_flycatcher
2. Belted flycatcher on The IUCN Red List site - https://www.iucnredlist.org/species/22699773/153819157
3. Xeno-canto bird call - https://xeno-canto.org/291329

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