Rufous-naped Greenlet
NameRufous-naped Greenlet
Common NameRufous-naped Greenlet
Scientific NameHylophilus semibrunneus
FamilyVireonidae
Wingspan (cm)18
Length (cm)12.5
Weight (g)11
Plumage DetailsThis species features a distinctive rufous (reddish-brown) crown and nape, contrasting with an olive-green back and wings. Its underparts are pale grayish-white, often with a yellowish wash on the flanks, and it has a noticeable pale eye-ring.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations typically consist of a series of short, clear, whistled notes, often repeated, such as 'pee-chew, pee-chew' or 'chew-wee, chew-wee'.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeThe Rufous-naped Greenlet is endemic to the Andes Mountains of South America, ranging from Colombia south through Ecuador and into northern Peru.
Identifying FeaturesRufous crown and nape, Olive-green back, Pale grayish-white underparts, Pale eye-ring, Small size
Description
The Rufous-naped Greenlet is a small, active songbird found in the understory and mid-story of humid montane forests. It typically forages for insects and small fruits, often moving quickly through foliage.
