The Variegated Bristle Tyrant is a distinctive species of humid montane forests, characterized by its subtly varied plumage, including a yellowish wash on its underparts.
Where to spot
Humid montane forests in the Andes of Venezuela, Colombia, and Ecuador. Look in the mid-story and understory.
How to spot
Look for its subtle variegated plumage. It tends to be active, sallying for insects. Listen for its high-pitched, rapid calls. Often found with mixed-species flocks.
When to spot
Year-round, most active in the early morning.
Where to spot
Humid montane forests in the Andes of Venezuela, Colombia, and Ecuador. Look in the mid-story and understory.
How to spot
Look for its subtle variegated plumage. It tends to be active, sallying for insects. Listen for its high-pitched, rapid calls. Often found with mixed-species flocks.
When to spot
Year-round, most active in the early morning.
This species is often found at the mid-elevations of the Andes, where it participates in mixed-species foraging flocks, gleaning insects from foliage.
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