The Yellowish Flycatcher is a small, brightly colored flycatcher found in the humid montane forests of Central and South America. Its overall yellow plumage makes it quite distinctive.
Where to spot
Found in humid montane and cloud forests from southern Mexico through Central America to northern Colombia and Venezuela.
How to spot
Look for its bright yellow underside and olive-green back in the mid-story and sub-canopy. Listen for its distinctive, often buzzy calls.
When to spot
Active during daylight hours, often more vocal in the mornings. It is a resident species, observable year-round.
Where to spot
Found in humid montane and cloud forests from southern Mexico through Central America to northern Colombia and Venezuela.
How to spot
Look for its bright yellow underside and olive-green back in the mid-story and sub-canopy. Listen for its distinctive, often buzzy calls.
When to spot
Active during daylight hours, often more vocal in the mornings. It is a resident species, observable year-round.
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Unlike many Empidonax flycatchers, its prominent yellow plumage makes it one of the easier members of the genus to identify by sight alone.
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