Ochraceous-breasted Flycatcher
NameOchraceous-breasted Flycatcher
Common NameOchraceous-breasted Flycatcher
Scientific NameMyiophobus ochraceiventris
FamilyTyrannidae
Wingspan (cm)18.8
Length (cm)12.5
Weight (g)11
Plumage DetailsThe head and upperparts are olive-green, sometimes with a slightly browner crown. The underparts are bright yellow, often with an ochraceous (yellowish-brown) wash on the breast. Wings are dusky with two prominent yellowish-white wing bars. The tail is dusky.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a soft, rising 'peee-weee' or 'pwee-pwee-pwee' song, and a sharp 'chip' call.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in the humid montane forests of the Andes, ranging from southern Colombia through Ecuador to northern Peru.
Identifying Featuresbright yellow underparts, ochraceous wash on breast, olive-green upperparts, two yellowish-white wing bars, small size, active flycatcher behavior
Description
This small, active flycatcher inhabits humid montane forests of the Andes. It typically forages in the understory and mid-story, often flicking its wings and tail while searching for insects. Its bright yellow underparts contrast with its olive-green upperparts and distinctive wing bars.
