White-throated kingbird facts for kids
Quick facts for kids White-throated kingbird |
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Tyrannus
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The white-throated kingbird (Tyrannus albogularis) is a cool type of bird. It belongs to the Tyrannidae family, which are also known as tyrant flycatchers. These birds are found in several countries in South America.
They live in places like Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. You can also find them in the Guianas, which include Guyana, Suriname, and French Guiana.
This bird's favorite places to live are warm, wet forests. They also like moist shrublands. These are called subtropical or tropical lowland habitats.
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Meet the White-throated Kingbird
The white-throated kingbird is a medium-sized bird. It gets its name from the white patch on its throat. This patch stands out against its other feathers. Kingbirds are known for being quite bold. They often chase away larger birds from their territory. This is why they are called "tyrant flycatchers."
What is a Tyrant Flycatcher?
Tyrant flycatchers are a large group of birds. They are mostly found in North and South America. Many of them, like the white-throated kingbird, are insect eaters. They often perch and then fly out to catch insects in the air.
Where the White-throated Kingbird Lives
The white-throated kingbird mostly lives in the eastern part of the Amazon Basin. This huge area is like a giant natural home for them. They live there all year round.
Seasonal Travels
Sometimes, these birds travel to the western Amazon Basin. This happens during the austral winter. The austral winter is the winter season in the Southern Hemisphere. So, while it's winter there, the kingbirds move to these areas. They don't breed in these western areas. They are just visiting for a while.
Preferred Habitats
The white-throated kingbird loves warm, humid places.
- It lives in subtropical forests. These forests are warm but not as hot as tropical ones.
- It also lives in tropical moist lowland forests. These are very warm and wet forests close to the ground.
- Another favorite spot is subtropical or tropical moist shrubland. These are areas with lots of bushes and small trees.
These habitats provide plenty of insects for the kingbirds to eat. They also offer good places for nesting and raising their young.
Life and Behavior
White-throated kingbirds are active birds. They spend their days looking for food. They are often seen perching on branches. From there, they watch for flying insects.
What They Eat
Like other flycatchers, these birds mainly eat insects. They are very good at catching them in mid-air. Their diet helps control insect populations in their habitat.
Sounds and Calls
Kingbirds often have distinct calls. These calls help them communicate with each other. They might use calls to warn of danger or to mark their territory.
Conservation Status
The white-throated kingbird is listed as "Least Concern" (LC) by the IUCN. This means that its population is currently stable. It is not considered to be in danger of extinction. However, protecting its forest and shrubland habitats is still important. This helps ensure these birds continue to thrive.
See also
In Spanish: Tirano gorgiblanco para niños
Images for kids
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Range map of the white-throated kingbird
