Short-billed Chlorospingus
NameShort-billed Chlorospingus
Common NameShort-billed Chlorospingus
Scientific NameChlorospingus parvirostris
FamilyPasserellidae
Wingspan (cm)20
Length (cm)13.5
Weight (g)17.5
Plumage DetailsThe Short-billed Chlorospingus has olive-green plumage on its crown and upperparts, contrasting with grey underparts. Its face features a yellowish throat and malar region, dark lores, and a prominent white eye-ring. The bill is short and dark.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a series of high-pitched, thin notes and a rapid, chattering trill.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in the Andes mountain range, specifically in southern Colombia, Ecuador, and northern Peru.
Identifying FeaturesYellowish face and throat, Prominent white eye-ring, Olive-green upperparts, Grey underparts, Short, dark bill
Description
This small, active passerine is typically found foraging in the understory and mid-story of montane forests. It is characterized by its olive-green upperparts, grey underparts, and a distinctive yellowish face with a prominent white eye-ring.
