Ecuadorian Tyrannulet
NameEcuadorian Tyrannulet
Common NameEcuadorian Tyrannulet
Scientific NamePhylloscartes gualaquizae
FamilyTyrannidae
Wingspan (cm)16.5
Length (cm)11.5
Weight (g)8
Plumage DetailsThis species has a gray crown and nape, white lores, and a dark eye. Its back is olive-green, contrasting with yellowish-olive underparts. The wings are dark with two distinct yellowish wing-bars and pale edges to the flight feathers.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a series of high-pitched, thin, rapid notes, often described as a 'tsee-tsee-tsee' or 'tsip-tsip-tsip-tsip-tsip' call.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeThe Ecuadorian Tyrannulet is endemic to the eastern slopes of the Andes, ranging from southern Ecuador into northern Peru.
Identifying FeaturesGray head contrasting with olive-green back, Yellowish underparts, Two yellowish wing-bars, Small size, Active foraging behavior
Description
The Ecuadorian Tyrannulet is a small, active flycatcher found in humid montane forests. It typically forages in the mid-story and canopy, gleaning insects from foliage. Its subtle plumage features a gray head contrasting with an olive-green back.
