Greenish Tyrannulet
A species of Short-billed Tyrannulets Scientific name : Phyllomyias virescens Genus : Short-billed Tyrannulets
Greenish Tyrannulet, A species of Short-billed Tyrannulets
Botanical name: Phyllomyias virescens
Genus: Short-billed Tyrannulets
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Description
Photo By Don Roberson
Description
The greenish tyrannulet (Phyllomyias virescens) is a species of bird in the family Tyrannidae. It is found in Argentina, Brazil, and Paraguay. Its natural habitats are temperate forests, subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests, and subtropical or tropical moist montane forests.
Size
12 cm
Feeding Habits
Greenish Tyrannulet primarily forages in forest interiors and edges, from ground level to the canopy. Its diet and foraging habits are not well-documented, but it's known to feed at varying heights, occasionally within 2 meters of the ground.
Habitat
The greenish Tyrannulet typically resides in humid tropical and upper tropical regions, favoring evergreen forests and their edges. It is also frequently found within areas of secondary growth. Its habitat is characterized by dense, verdant foliage providing both food sources and shelter.
Dite type
Insectivorous
Photo By Don Roberson
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Tyrant flycatchers Genus
Short-billed Tyrannulets Species
Greenish Tyrannulet