The White-rumped Sirystes is a distinctive medium-sized flycatcher known for its white rump and broad, often raised crest. It is a resident of humid lowland forests.
Where to spot
Found in the canopy and sub-canopy of humid lowland forests in the western Amazon basin, primarily in Ecuador, Peru, and Brazil.
How to spot
Look for its white rump and broad crest high in the canopy. Listen for its loud, sibilant, and often descending calls, which are key to finding it.
When to spot
Active during daylight hours, often more vocal in the mornings. Observable year-round in its resident range.
Where to spot
Found in the canopy and sub-canopy of humid lowland forests in the western Amazon basin, primarily in Ecuador, Peru, and Brazil.
How to spot
Look for its white rump and broad crest high in the canopy. Listen for its loud, sibilant, and often descending calls, which are key to finding it.
When to spot
Active during daylight hours, often more vocal in the mornings. Observable year-round in its resident range.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This species often has a 'shrieking' quality to its calls, which are very characteristic and easily recognizable.
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