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Olive-gray Saltator

Olive-gray Saltator

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The Olive Saltator is a medium-sized songbird native to northern South America, characterized by its overall olive-gray plumage with a pale throat and prominent dark malar stripe. It is a common inhabitant of various open and semi-open habitats.
Where to spot
Found in northern South America, including Colombia, Venezuela, Guyana, Suriname, French Guiana, and parts of northern Brazil. Inhabits forest edges, second growth, scrub, plantations, and gardens.
How to spot
Look for its olive-gray plumage, pale throat, and distinct dark stripe below the eye. Listen for its varied and melodious song, which can include mimicked calls. Often seen foraging in the mid-story of shrubs and trees.
When to spot
Active year-round. Most vocal during the breeding season and during early mornings.
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Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Saltator olivascens (La Guanota, Venezuela) -cropped.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Saltator olivascens (La Guanota, Venezuela) -cropped2.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
This species has a highly variable song, often incorporating imitations of other bird species, making it a challenging but rewarding bird to identify by sound.
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