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Slaty-capped Shrike-Vireo

Slaty-capped Shrike-Vireo

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The Slaty-capped Shrike-vireo is an attractive Neotropical bird, characterized by its prominent slaty-grey cap and bright green body plumage. It is an active canopy-dwelling insectivore known for its loud, clear calls.
Where to spot
Found in the Amazon Basin and Guianan Shield of South America, including parts of Brazil, Venezuela, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and the Guianas. It inhabits humid lowland rainforests.
How to spot
Look for its distinct slaty cap atop a bright green body. Listen for its loud, clear, and often repetitive whistled calls, which are a great way to locate it. Scan the mid to upper canopy.
When to spot
Active year-round in its resident tropical lowland habitat. Most vocal during the breeding season. Best observed in the early morning.
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File:Vireolanius leucotis - Slaty-capped Shrike-Vireo.JPG
File:Vireolanius leucotis - Slaty-capped Shrike-Vireo (cropped).JPG
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Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Vireolanius leucotis - Slaty-capped Shrike-Vireo.JPG
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Vireolanius leucotis - Slaty-capped Shrike-Vireo (cropped).JPG
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Vireolanius leucotis 128783098.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
The 'leucotis' in its scientific name translates to 'white-eared,' which is somewhat misleading as its prominent feature is its slaty cap, contrasting with generally pale ear coverts.
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