Yungas Tyrannulet
NameYungas Tyrannulet
Common NameYungas Tyrannulet
Scientific NamePhyllomyias sclateri
FamilyTyrannidae
Wingspan (cm)16
Length (cm)11.5
Weight (g)9
Plumage DetailsThis species has olive-green upperparts, a grayish head with pale lores and a faint whitish eye-ring. Its throat and breast are yellowish, fading to whitish on the belly, and it lacks prominent wing bars.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations typically consist of high-pitched, thin, and often rapid notes, sometimes described as a 'tsee-tsee-tsee' or 'chip-chip-chip' song.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeThe Yungas Tyrannulet is found in the Andes of southern Peru, Bolivia, and northwestern Argentina, primarily inhabiting the humid montane forests of the Yungas region.
Identifying FeaturesSmall size, Olive-green upperparts, Grayish head, Yellowish underparts, Lack of prominent wing bars
Description
The Yungas Tyrannulet is a small, drab flycatcher typically found in the canopy and subcanopy of humid montane forests. It is characterized by its olive-green upperparts, grayish head, and yellowish underparts, often foraging actively for insects.
