Bird species profile
Hudson's Black-Tyrant
Knipolegus hudsoni
- Order
- Passeriformes
- Family
- Tyrannidae
About the species
Hudson's Black-Tyrant is a small, slender flycatcher native to southern South America, including the Patagonian region. Males are glossy black with a slight bluish sheen, while females and juveniles are brownish with paler underparts. This species is often seen perched conspicuously on fence posts or shrubs, scanning for insects. It is known for its energetic sallies to catch prey mid-air and its upright, alert stance. The species is generally solitary or found in pairs, and its call is a sharp, dry 'chip'. Hudson's Black-Tyrant inhabits open country, grasslands, and shrublands, often near water or in areas with scattered trees. Its adaptability allows it to thrive in both natural and modified landscapes, including ranchlands and pastures.
Habitat
Open grasslands, shrublands, and ranchlands with scattered trees or bushes, often near water.
Foraging
Catches insects by sallying from exposed perches, often returning to the same spot.
