The Yellow-bellied Flatbill is a vibrant flycatcher distinguished by its bright yellow belly and broad, flattened bill. It prefers the mid-story and canopy of humid lowland forests and forest edges.
Where to spot
Distributed across northern South America, particularly in the Amazon basin, the Guianas, and parts of Venezuela and Colombia, in humid lowland forests.
How to spot
Look for its bright yellow underparts and broad bill. It often perches quietly, scanning for insects, before making quick, agile sallies. Listen for its distinctive, often buzzy or whistled calls.
When to spot
Resident year-round. Most active during the morning and late afternoon, when foraging for insects and vocalizing.
Where to spot
Distributed across northern South America, particularly in the Amazon basin, the Guianas, and parts of Venezuela and Colombia, in humid lowland forests.
How to spot
Look for its bright yellow underparts and broad bill. It often perches quietly, scanning for insects, before making quick, agile sallies. Listen for its distinctive, often buzzy or whistled calls.
When to spot
Resident year-round. Most active during the morning and late afternoon, when foraging for insects and vocalizing.
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Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This species often associates with mixed-species foraging flocks, allowing it to benefit from the collective vigilance and foraging efforts of other bird species.
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