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Sacred Flycatcher

Empidonax hammondii

About this species

The Sacred Flycatcher (Tyrannidae) is widely distributed across South America, where it favours arctic environments and plays a key role in its ecosystem.

The Sacred Flycatcher is part of the order Passeriformes and the Tyrannidae family. Its preferred habitat is arctic, where it forages, breeds, and contributes to a balanced ecosystem. With a conservation status of Least Concern, this species offers an excellent window into the broader biodiversity of South America.

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