Common Chlorospingus
NameCommon Chlorospingus
Common NameCommon Chlorospingus
Scientific NameChlorospingus flavopectus
FamilyPasserellidae
Wingspan (cm)20
Length (cm)13.5
Weight (g)17.5
Plumage DetailsThe back and wings are olive-green. The head is brownish with a prominent white supercilium (stripe above the eye) and a distinct white spot behind the eye. The throat and upper breast are bright yellow, transitioning to whitish on the belly. The bill is dark, and the legs are grayish.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include thin, high-pitched 'tseet' or 'tsip' notes, often given in a rapid series or a trill. They also have a more complex, varied song.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in the highlands of Central and South America, ranging from southern Mexico through Central America to Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia.
Identifying FeaturesOlive-green back, Brown head with white supercilium and post-ocular spot, Bright yellow throat and breast, Small size, Active foraging behavior
Description
The Common Chlorospingus is a small, active passerine found in montane forests. It is characterized by its olive-green upperparts, a distinctive brown head with white markings, and a bright yellow throat and breast. This species typically forages in the understory and mid-story, often joining mixed-species flocks.
