Ashy-headed Greenlet
NameAshy-headed Greenlet
Common NameAshy-headed Greenlet
Scientific NameHylophilus pectoralis
FamilyVireonidae
Wingspan (cm)16
Length (cm)11.5
Weight (g)9.5
Plumage DetailsFeatures an ashy-gray head and nape, contrasting with a bright red iris and white lores. The upperparts are yellowish-green, while the throat and breast are bright yellow, fading to whitish on the belly with olive-green flanks.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a series of clear, whistled notes, often described as 'sweet-sweet-sweet-chew' or 'tsee-tsee-tsee-tew', sometimes incorporating trills or chattering sounds.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in South America, primarily in eastern and central Brazil, eastern Bolivia, Paraguay, and northeastern Argentina.
Identifying FeaturesAshy-gray head, Bright red iris, Yellowish underparts, White lores, Small size
Description
The Ashy-headed Greenlet is a small, active passerine bird characterized by its ashy-gray head and bright yellow underparts. It typically forages in the canopy and subcanopy of forests and woodlands, often moving quickly through the foliage.
