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Highland Elaenia

Highland Elaenia

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The Highland Elaenia is a common and widespread small flycatcher of montane and cloud forests, characterized by its rather drab olive-green plumage. It often has a slight crest.
Where to spot
Widespread in the highlands of Central and South America, from southern Mexico to Bolivia, found in humid montane and cloud forests.
How to spot
Look for its olive-green plumage and slight crest. It perches upright, making short sallies for insects. Listen for its simple, often two-parted whistled calls, which are a reliable identification cue.
When to spot
Resident year-round in its montane habitat. Active throughout the day, often conspicuous on exposed perches in the mornings.
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Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Highland Elaenia (Elaenia obscura).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Highland Elaenia (Elaenia obscura) (22678512639).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Highland Elaenia (Elaenia obscura) (8077622933).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Tucão (Elaenia obscura) - Highland Elaenia.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
Despite its subtle appearance, its distinctive whistled song is a characteristic sound of many highland forests in the Andes.
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