Choco Vireo
Choco Vireo
100
1 week ago
Points:
100
Not yet spotted on Fladder
Spotted
The Chocó Vireo is a relatively recently described species, endemic to the Chocó biogeographic region of South America. It is a plain-looking vireo, often distinguished by subtle plumage differences and its unique vocalizations.
Where to spot
Endemic to the Chocó region of western Colombia and northwestern Ecuador. It inhabits humid lowland and foothill forests, often in the mid-story.
How to spot
Focus on its vocalizations, which are often the primary way to confirm its presence. Its song is similar to other vireos but can have distinct phrasing. Scan the mid-story of humid forests.
When to spot
Active year-round in its resident tropical lowland habitat. Most vocal during the breeding season. Best observed in the early morning.
Where to spot
Endemic to the Chocó region of western Colombia and northwestern Ecuador. It inhabits humid lowland and foothill forests, often in the mid-story.
How to spot
Focus on its vocalizations, which are often the primary way to confirm its presence. Its song is similar to other vireos but can have distinct phrasing. Scan the mid-story of humid forests.
When to spot
Active year-round in its resident tropical lowland habitat. Most vocal during the breeding season. Best observed in the early morning.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This species was only formally described in 1991, highlighting that even well-studied bird groups can still hold new discoveries in biodiversity hotspots.
Loading...
Spotted
- Recently spotted
- 42 (Seen in the last 3 months)
- Last spotted
- 1 week ago
Monthly observations
No observations
Loading...
Nothing spotted yet
Also interesting
Share this page
Or share directly on
