Andes of western Venezuela (Trujillo, Mérida, eastern Táchira). Considered by some authors to be a subspecies of Brown-backed Chat-Tyrant (Ochthoeca fumicolor).
 
Rarity Status
Currently this species is not classified as a rarity in this country OR information has not been updated.
Subspecies
No subspecies.
Considered by some authors to be a subspecies of Brown-backed Chat-Tyrant (Ochthoeca fumicolor).