Definition: Torionyx is a genus of birds in the family Tyrannidae, belonging to the order Phasianidae and the subfamily Tyranninae. It contains two species, Torionyx ruficollis and Torionyx rubrofasciatus. These birds are known for their distinctive red and white plumage with black spots on the wings and head, making them recognizable from a distance. They have long, slender tails and are typically found in grasslands