Forest Elaenia
Forest Elaenia
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The Forest Elaenia is a widespread and common small flycatcher, typically characterized by its overall olive-green plumage and subtle white wing bars. It inhabits a variety of humid forest and woodland habitats.
Where to spot
Widespread across Central and South America, from southern Mexico to northern Argentina, found in humid forests, forest edges, and secondary growth.
How to spot
Look for its olive-green plumage, faint white wing bars, and general elaenia shape. It often forages actively in the mid-story and subcanopy. Listen for its distinctive, often two-parted 'chew-wee' call.
When to spot
Resident year-round. Active throughout the day, with increased vocalization and foraging in the mornings and late afternoons.
Where to spot
Widespread across Central and South America, from southern Mexico to northern Argentina, found in humid forests, forest edges, and secondary growth.
How to spot
Look for its olive-green plumage, faint white wing bars, and general elaenia shape. It often forages actively in the mid-story and subcanopy. Listen for its distinctive, often two-parted 'chew-wee' call.
When to spot
Resident year-round. Active throughout the day, with increased vocalization and foraging in the mornings and late afternoons.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This adaptable species is often found in the mid-story and canopy, where it is a busy gleaner of small insects from foliage.
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