Yellow-footed Flycatcher
NameYellow-footed Flycatcher
Common NameYellow-footed Flycatcher
Scientific NameTolmomyias assimilis
FamilyTyrannidae
Wingspan (cm)16.5
Length (cm)12.5
Weight (g)12
Plumage DetailsUpperparts are dark gray, contrasting with paler gray underparts, which may show a faint yellowish wash on the flanks. The head is also grayish, and the bill is small and dark. The most distinctive feature is its bright yellow feet.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a series of sharp, high-pitched 'peet' or 'tseet' notes, sometimes a rapid trill or a descending whistle.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeWidespread in Central and South America, from southern Mexico south through Central America to northern and western South America, including parts of the Amazon basin.
Identifying FeaturesSmall size, Grayish plumage, Bright yellow feet, Small, dark bill, Flat-headed appearance (typical of Tolmomyias), Insectivorous behavior
Description
This small flycatcher is characterized by its grayish upperparts, paler underparts, and striking bright yellow feet. It is an active insectivore, typically found in the mid-story of humid forests, where it perches upright and sallies out to catch flying insects.
