Foothill Schiffornis
NameFoothill Schiffornis
Common NameFoothill Schiffornis
Scientific NameSchiffornis aenea
FamilyTityridae
Wingspan (cm)22.5
Length (cm)15.5
Weight (g)28
Plumage DetailsOverall drab olive-brown plumage, with a slightly paler and more yellowish wash on the throat and belly. The crown and back are generally darker, and it possesses a relatively large, dark eye and a small, dark bill.
Vocalization / CallKnown for its distinctive, clear, whistled song, often described as melancholic or mournful. The song typically consists of a series of rising and falling notes, which can be quite far-carrying in the forest.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the eastern foothills of the Andes in northern Peru, primarily found in the regions of San Martín, Huánuco, and Pasco.
Identifying Featuresdrab olive-brown plumage, dark eye, small dark bill, distinctive whistled song, understory forest habitat
Description
The Foothill Schiffornis is a medium-sized, inconspicuous passerine found in the understory of humid foothill forests. It is typically solitary and often detected more by its distinctive, melancholic calls than by sight, blending into its dense forest habitat.
