Yellow-bellied Longbill
NameYellow-bellied Longbill
Common NameYellow-bellied Longbill
Scientific NameMacrosphenus flavicans
FamilyMacrosphenidae
Wingspan (cm)20
Length (cm)13.5
Weight (g)12.5
Plumage DetailsUpperparts are dull olive-green, including the crown and back. The underparts are bright yellow, particularly on the belly and undertail coverts. It possesses a long, slender, dark, and slightly decurved bill.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a variety of harsh, buzzing notes, churring sounds, and sometimes a rapid, chattering song. It can also produce a distinctive 'chip-chip-chip' call.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in central and western Africa, ranging from Sierra Leone east through the Democratic Republic of Congo to Uganda, and south to Angola.
Identifying FeaturesLong, slender, slightly decurved bill, Bright yellow belly contrasting with olive-green upperparts, Skulking behavior in dense forest undergrowth, Small size
Description
A small, rather drab olive-green bird with a distinctive long, slender bill and bright yellow underparts. It typically forages in the undergrowth of dense forests, often remaining hidden.
