Olivaceous Elaenia
NameOlivaceous Elaenia
Common NameOlivaceous Elaenia
Scientific NameElaenia mesoleuca
FamilyTyrannidae
Wingspan (cm)19
Length (cm)13.5
Weight (g)13.5
Plumage DetailsUpperparts are olive-green, with a slightly darker crown that can show a faint crest. Underparts are whitish to pale yellowish, especially on the belly. It has two faint whitish wing-bars and a dark bill with a pale base to the lower mandible.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a soft, whistled "pee-wee" or "peet-peet" and a more complex, slightly mournful song.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in southeastern South America, including eastern Brazil, eastern Paraguay, northeastern Argentina, and Uruguay.
Identifying Featuresolive-green upperparts, pale underparts, faint whitish wing-bars, small size, slight crest, upright posture
Description
A small, drab flycatcher with olive-green upperparts and pale underparts, often found in the mid-story of trees. It typically perches upright and can be identified by its subtle plumage and vocalizations.
