Venezuelan Tyrannulet
NameVenezuelan Tyrannulet
Common NameVenezuelan Tyrannulet
Scientific NamePhyllomyias urichi
FamilyTyrannidae
Wingspan (cm)17
Length (cm)10.5
Weight (g)7.5
Plumage DetailsThe Venezuelan Tyrannulet has a dark grey crown, a prominent white supercilium, and a distinct dark eye-stripe. Its upperparts are olive-green, contrasting with pale greyish-white underparts that may show a faint yellowish wash on the flanks. The wings are dark with yellowish-green edgings, forming two subtle wing bars.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations typically consist of high-pitched, thin, and often rapid series of notes. Calls can include a sharp 'tsip' or a rapid 'tsee-tsee-tsee' phrase.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusvulnerable
Geographic RangeThis species is endemic to a very restricted area within the humid montane forests of northeastern Venezuela, primarily found in the states of Sucre and Monagas.
Identifying Featuressmall size, olive-green upperparts, pale underparts, dark grey crown, prominent white supercilium, dark eye-stripe, yellowish wing edgings
Description
This small, active flycatcher is characterized by its olive-green upperparts and pale underparts. It typically forages for insects in the mid-story and canopy of humid montane forests. Its movements are often quick and darting as it gleans prey from foliage.
