Gray-cheeked Nunlet
NameGray-cheeked Nunlet
Common NameGray-cheeked Nunlet
Scientific NameNonnula ruficapilla
FamilyBucconidae
Wingspan (cm)22
Length (cm)14.5
Weight (g)17.5
Plumage DetailsThis species features a rufous-brown crown and nape, contrasting with gray cheeks. The upperparts are brownish, while the underparts are a rich rufous-orange, fading to a paler belly. It has a relatively short tail and a dark bill.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations typically consist of soft, high-pitched whistles or trills, often delivered in a monotonous series. They are generally quiet birds.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in the western Amazon basin, including southeastern Colombia, eastern Ecuador, eastern Peru, northern Bolivia, and western Brazil.
Identifying FeaturesGray cheeks, Rufous-brown crown, Rufous-orange breast, Stocky build, Short tail, Dark bill
Description
The Gray-cheeked Nunlet is a small, stocky puffbird found in the understory of humid lowland forests. It typically perches quietly for long periods, watching for insects to catch in flight. Its distinctive plumage includes gray cheeks and a rufous crown.
