The Mottle-cheeked Tyrannulet is a widespread species found in various humid forest types, distinguishable by the subtle mottling on its cheeks.
Where to spot
Humid lowland, foothill, and montane forests across much of southern South America, including the Atlantic Forest and Andean foothills.
How to spot
Look for its small size, greenish plumage, and subtle mottling on the cheeks. It often forages in the mid-story and canopy. Listen for its distinctive, high-pitched, trilled calls.
When to spot
Year-round, often most active in the early morning.
Where to spot
Humid lowland, foothill, and montane forests across much of southern South America, including the Atlantic Forest and Andean foothills.
How to spot
Look for its small size, greenish plumage, and subtle mottling on the cheeks. It often forages in the mid-story and canopy. Listen for its distinctive, high-pitched, trilled calls.
When to spot
Year-round, often most active in the early morning.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This species is one of the more widespread Phylloscartes tyrannulets, found across a broad latitudinal range in South America, adapting to diverse forest environments.
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