The Yellow Tyrannulet is a small, striking flycatcher, characterized by its bright yellow and greenish plumage. It is an active bird of humid forests and clearings.
Where to spot
Found in humid lowland forests, forest edges, and clearings across Central and South America, from Honduras to northern Bolivia.
How to spot
Look for its bright yellow underparts and olive-green upperparts. It is an active forager, constantly moving through the mid-story and subcanopy. Listen for its high-pitched, often repeated calls.
When to spot
Resident year-round. Most active during the morning and late afternoon, when its bright plumage might catch the light.
Where to spot
Found in humid lowland forests, forest edges, and clearings across Central and South America, from Honduras to northern Bolivia.
How to spot
Look for its bright yellow underparts and olive-green upperparts. It is an active forager, constantly moving through the mid-story and subcanopy. Listen for its high-pitched, often repeated calls.
When to spot
Resident year-round. Most active during the morning and late afternoon, when its bright plumage might catch the light.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This species often forages by gleaning insects from the undersides of leaves, a behavior facilitated by its agile movements.
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