Yellow-breasted Brushfinch
Yellow-breasted Brushfinch
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The Yellow-breasted Brushfinch is a colorful bird of the Andes, characterized by its bright yellow breast and belly, contrasting with a black head and olive back. It is a shy inhabitant of dense cloud forests.
Where to spot
Found in the Andes from southern Colombia south through Ecuador and northern Peru. It inhabits humid montane forests, cloud forests, and dense secondary growth, typically at mid to high elevations.
How to spot
Look for its bright yellow breast and belly, contrasting with a black head and a white throat patch. It typically forages low in dense vegetation, often on the ground. Listen for its distinctive song, which can be a series of clear, whistled notes.
When to spot
Resident year-round within its range. Most active in the early morning and late afternoon.
Where to spot
Found in the Andes from southern Colombia south through Ecuador and northern Peru. It inhabits humid montane forests, cloud forests, and dense secondary growth, typically at mid to high elevations.
How to spot
Look for its bright yellow breast and belly, contrasting with a black head and a white throat patch. It typically forages low in dense vegetation, often on the ground. Listen for its distinctive song, which can be a series of clear, whistled notes.
When to spot
Resident year-round within its range. Most active in the early morning and late afternoon.
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The vibrant yellow of its underparts makes it a striking sight when glimpsed through the dense foliage of its high-altitude habitat.
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