Rufous-fronted Greenlet
NameRufous-fronted Greenlet
Common NameRufous-fronted Greenlet
Scientific NameHylophilus semibrunneus
FamilyVireonidae
Wingspan (cm)19
Length (cm)12.5
Weight (g)13.5
Plumage DetailsUpperparts are olive-green, contrasting with a prominent rufous-chestnut cap that extends to the nape. The throat and breast are pale greyish-white, fading to yellowish on the belly and flanks. It has a faint pale supercilium and dark lores.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations consist of a series of clear, whistled notes, often repetitive, described as 'chee-chee-chew' or 'tew-tew-tew-tew'.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in the Andes of South America, ranging from western Venezuela through Colombia and Ecuador to northern Peru.
Identifying FeaturesRufous-chestnut cap, Olive-green back, Pale underparts with yellowish wash, Small size, Active foraging in forest canopy
Description
The Rufous-fronted Greenlet is a small, active passerine bird characterized by its distinctive rufous-chestnut cap. It typically forages in the mid-story and canopy of humid montane forests, often joining mixed-species flocks. This species is known for its clear, whistled vocalizations.
