The Sulphur-rumped Flycatcher is a small, greenish flycatcher with a distinctive pale yellow or sulfur-colored rump that is often visible in flight. It inhabits the mid-story and canopy of various forest types.
Where to spot
Widespread across Central and South America, from southeastern Mexico to northern Argentina, found in humid and semi-humid forests and forest edges.
How to spot
Look for its overall olive-green plumage and especially the bright yellow rump, which is most noticeable when it takes flight. It often perches upright, sallying for insects from the mid-canopy. Listen for its high-pitched, whistled calls.
When to spot
Resident year-round. Most active during the morning and late afternoon hours, when foraging for insects.
Where to spot
Widespread across Central and South America, from southeastern Mexico to northern Argentina, found in humid and semi-humid forests and forest edges.
How to spot
Look for its overall olive-green plumage and especially the bright yellow rump, which is most noticeable when it takes flight. It often perches upright, sallying for insects from the mid-canopy. Listen for its high-pitched, whistled calls.
When to spot
Resident year-round. Most active during the morning and late afternoon hours, when foraging for insects.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
The bright yellow rump patch is particularly striking in contrast to its otherwise duller plumage, making it a key identification feature when seen from above.
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