The Yellow-bellied Tyrannulet is a tiny and active flycatcher, easily identified by its bright yellow underparts and olive-green upperparts. It is a common inhabitant of various wooded habitats.
Where to spot
Widespread across Central and South America, from southern Mexico to central Brazil, found in humid forests, forest edges, and second growth.
How to spot
Look for its tiny size, bright yellow belly, and listen for its distinctive high-pitched trills and whistles. It often forages actively in the canopy and subcanopy, making short sallies for insects.
When to spot
Resident year-round. Most active during the morning and late afternoon, when foraging and vocalizing.
Where to spot
Widespread across Central and South America, from southern Mexico to central Brazil, found in humid forests, forest edges, and second growth.
How to spot
Look for its tiny size, bright yellow belly, and listen for its distinctive high-pitched trills and whistles. It often forages actively in the canopy and subcanopy, making short sallies for insects.
When to spot
Resident year-round. Most active during the morning and late afternoon, when foraging and vocalizing.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Despite its small size, it has a surprisingly loud and distinctive series of high-pitched calls and trills.
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