Mionectes rufiventris
The Grey-hooded Flycatcher, *Mionectes rufiventris*, is a charming and distinctive member of the diverse Tyrannidae family, recognized for its striking plumage and unique vocalizations. Measuring approximately 12.5-13.5 cm (about 5 inches) in length and weighing 12-18 grams, this small passerine boasts a slate-grey head, nape, and upper back, sharply contrasting with an olive-green lower back and wings. Its most defining feature is the vibrant rufous underparts, from the belly to the undertai...
Inhabits humid montane and foothill Atlantic Forest, including primary and mature secondary growth, and forest borders, typically at elevations between 600 and 2000 meters.
Feeds primarily on small arthropods, including various insects, captured by gleaning or aerial sallies, supplemented significantly by small fruits, especially berries.
The Grey-hooded Flycatcher is generally observed singly or in pairs, often joining mixed-species flocks as it forages in the forest's mid-story and understory. Its foraging strategy is diverse, involving both active gleaning of insects from foliage and short aerial sallies to snatch prey on the w...
The Grey-hooded Flycatcher is endemic to the humid Atlantic Forest biome of southeastern South America. Its primary range spans southeastern Brazil, extending from southern Bahia and Minas Gerais southward through Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, Paraná, Santa Catarina, and Rio Grande do Sul. It is als...
Least Concern
- The Grey-hooded Flycatcher's song is famously described as sounding like a 'squeaky door' or 'rusty gate,' making it instantly recognizable to experienced birders. - Unlike many flycatchers that are strictly insectivorous, this species has a notably diverse diet, consuming a significant amount ...