Yellow-thighed Brushfinch
Yellow-thighed Brushfinch
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The Yellow-thighed Brushfinch is a distinctive brushfinch of Central American highlands, notable for its bright yellow thighs that contrast with its dusky plumage. It is a secretive forest understory bird.
Where to spot
Found in the highlands of Costa Rica and western Panama. It inhabits humid montane forests, cloud forests, and dense secondary growth, typically at mid to high elevations.
How to spot
Look for its dusky olive-gray plumage and the flash of bright yellow on its thighs, especially when it moves. It often forages low in dense undergrowth. Listen for its distinctive song, which can be a series of whistled notes.
When to spot
Resident year-round within its range. Most active during the early morning and late afternoon.
Where to spot
Found in the highlands of Costa Rica and western Panama. It inhabits humid montane forests, cloud forests, and dense secondary growth, typically at mid to high elevations.
How to spot
Look for its dusky olive-gray plumage and the flash of bright yellow on its thighs, especially when it moves. It often forages low in dense undergrowth. Listen for its distinctive song, which can be a series of whistled notes.
When to spot
Resident year-round within its range. Most active during the early morning and late afternoon.
The bright yellow plumage on its thighs is often visible when the bird is perched or moving through dense vegetation, offering a unique identification clue.
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