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File:Elaenia mesoleuca -Capao do Leao, Rio Grande do Sul, Brasil-8.jpg

Olivaceous Elaenia

Olivaceous Elaenia

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The White-crested Elaenia is a rather nondescript elaenia, characterized by a white crown patch that is often concealed but can be raised into a slight crest. It inhabits the canopy of humid lowland forests.
Where to spot
Widespread across parts of the Amazon basin in South America, found in the canopy of humid lowland forests.
How to spot
Look for its small size and listen for its high-pitched, often sibilant calls. Scan the upper canopy diligently, especially when mixed flocks are present. A good view might reveal the white crown patch.
When to spot
Resident year-round. Most active during the morning, often joining mixed-species flocks high in the canopy.
File:Elaenia mesoleuca -Capao do Leao, Rio Grande do Sul, Brasil-8.jpg
File:Elaenia mesoleuca -Capao do Leao, Rio Grande do Sul, Brasil-8.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
The presence of a concealed white crown patch is common among many elaenias, and its visibility often depends on the bird's state of excitement.
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