The Yellow-bellied Elaenia is a common and widespread small flycatcher, easily identified by its bright yellow belly and olive-green upperparts. It inhabits a wide range of open and semi-open habitats.
Where to spot
Very widespread across Central and South America, from southern Mexico to northern Argentina, found in diverse habitats including open woodlands, clearings, gardens, and agricultural areas.
How to spot
Its bright yellow belly is a key identification feature. It often perches conspicuously on exposed branches or wires, making short sallies for insects. Listen for its distinctive, often buzzy or whistled calls.
When to spot
Resident year-round throughout its extensive range. Active throughout the day, often conspicuous on exposed perches.
Where to spot
Very widespread across Central and South America, from southern Mexico to northern Argentina, found in diverse habitats including open woodlands, clearings, gardens, and agricultural areas.
How to spot
Its bright yellow belly is a key identification feature. It often perches conspicuously on exposed branches or wires, making short sallies for insects. Listen for its distinctive, often buzzy or whistled calls.
When to spot
Resident year-round throughout its extensive range. Active throughout the day, often conspicuous on exposed perches.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This highly adaptable species is often one of the first tyrant flycatchers to colonize disturbed areas and secondary growth, thriving in human-modified landscapes.
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