One-colored becard

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The one-colored becard (Pachyramphus homochrous) is a species of bird in the family Tityridae. It has traditionally been placed in Cotingidae or Tyrannidae, but evidence strongly suggest it is better placed in Tityridae,[1] where it is now placed by the South American Classification Committee.

Description

The one-colored becard is sexually dimorphic. The male is black with a grey underside while the female is cinnamon with a buff underside.

Distribution and habitat

It is found in Colombia, Ecuador, Panama, Peru, and Venezuela. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical dry forest, subtropical or tropical moist lowland forest, and heavily degraded former forest.

References

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