Spotted Tody-Flycatcher
NameSpotted Tody-Flycatcher
Common NameSpotted Tody-Flycatcher
Scientific NameTodirostrum maculatum
FamilyTyrannidae
Wingspan (cm)11
Length (cm)9.5
Weight (g)7
Plumage DetailsThe head is dark grey with a blackish crown and an orange-yellow iris. The back and wings are olive-green, with dusky wings and tail. Underparts are bright yellow, heavily streaked with black, especially on the breast and flanks, giving it a spotted appearance. It possesses a long, flat, black bill.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations typically consist of a series of high-pitched, rapid 'chip' notes or a trilled 'trrreee-trrreee-trrreee' sound.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, wetland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeWidespread across northern South America, including parts of Colombia, Venezuela, the Guianas, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, and Brazil.
Identifying Featuresflattened black bill, dark grey head with black crown, bright yellow underparts with heavy black streaking, olive-green back, orange-yellow eye
Description
This small, active flycatcher is characterized by its flattened bill and striking plumage, often perching low in dense vegetation. It actively sallies out to catch insects, displaying quick and agile movements.
