Strange-tailed tyrant facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Strange-tailed tyrant |
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| A male strange-tailed tyrant at Iberá Wetlands, Corrientes Province, Argentina | |
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Alectrurus
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risora
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The strange-tailed tyrant (Alectrurus risora) is a special kind of bird known for its unique tail. It belongs to the Tyrannidae family, which includes many types of flycatchers.
These birds live in parts of South America. You can find them in northeastern Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay. There are also a few small groups in southern Brazil.
What is a Strange-tailed Tyrant?
The strange-tailed tyrant is a small bird. The males have a very distinct tail that looks quite different from other birds. This is how they got their name! These birds were first described in 1824 by a scientist named Vieillot.
Where Do They Live?
These birds prefer certain places to live. Their natural habitat is grassland, which means open areas with lots of grass. They also live in dry lowland areas that are either subtropical or tropical. This means places that are warm all year round, or have warm summers and mild winters.
Why Are They in Danger?
Sadly, the strange-tailed tyrant is a threatened species. This means their numbers are getting very low. The main reason for this is habitat loss. Their grasslands are disappearing because of human activities like farming or building.
Many of these birds have disappeared from places they used to live. This is called being extirpated from an area. Today, you can still see them in the Iberá Wetlands in Argentina. This is one of the main places where they still survive. About half of their original living area still exists in southern Paraguay, northeastern Argentina, and western Uruguay.
See also
In Spanish: Yetapá acollarado para niños
