Yellow-crowned Redstart
NameYellow-crowned Redstart
Common NameYellow-crowned Redstart
Scientific NameMyioborus flavivertex
FamilyParulidae
Wingspan (cm)16
Length (cm)13.5
Weight (g)10.5
Plumage DetailsBright yellow underparts, olive-green back and rump, black head with a prominent yellow crown patch, white crescent below the eye, black wings with some olive edging, and a black tail with white outer tail feathers.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a series of high-pitched, thin, sibilant notes, often described as a 'tsee-tsee-tsee' song, and a sharp 'chip' call note.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Santa Marta Mountains of northern Colombia.
Identifying FeaturesBright yellow underparts, Olive-green back, Black head with yellow crown patch, White crescent below eye, Black tail with white outer tail feathers
Description
The Yellow-crowned Redstart is a small, active warbler endemic to the Santa Marta Mountains. It is characterized by its bright yellow underparts, olive-green back, and a distinctive black head with a prominent yellow crown patch. This species actively forages for insects in the mid-story and canopy of montane forests.
