Mountain Elaenia
NameMountain Elaenia
Common NameMountain Elaenia
Scientific NameElaenia frantzii
FamilyTyrannidae
Wingspan (cm)23
Length (cm)14
Weight (g)18
Plumage DetailsUpperparts are olive-green, with a slightly darker crown that often shows a concealed white patch. Underparts are pale yellowish-olive, becoming whiter on the belly. Two distinct whitish or pale yellowish wing bars are present. The bill is dark, with a reddish or orange base to the lower mandible.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a whistled 'whee-whee-whee' or 'pee-pee-pee-pee' call, often repeated. Its song can be a series of clear, whistled notes.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in the highlands of Central America, from Costa Rica and western Panama, extending south through the Andes of Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia.
Identifying FeaturesOlive-green plumage, Two pale wing bars, Noticeable crest, Reddish lower mandible base, Small flycatcher size
Description
The Mountain Elaenia is a small, active flycatcher typically found in montane forests. It is characterized by its olive-green plumage, prominent pale wing bars, and often a noticeable crest. This species forages for insects and small fruits, moving through the canopy and forest edges.
