Myiarchus cephalotes
The Pale-edged Flycatcher (Myiarchus cephalotes) is a medium-sized passerine bird belonging to the Tyrannidae family, a diverse group of Neotropical flycatchers. Measuring approximately 20-22 cm (8-8.7 in) in length and weighing around 30-36 grams, it presents a rather subdued yet elegant appearance, typical of its genus. Its upperparts are a dull olive-gray, contrasting with a paler gray throat and breast, and a soft pale yellow belly. A key identification feature, giving the species its nam...
This species primarily inhabits humid montane and cloud forests, forest edges, and mature secondary growth across the Andes, typically at elevations ranging from 1,200 to 3,000 meters above sea level.
Primarily insectivorous, catching a variety of flying insects in mid-air or gleaning them from foliage and branches; it occasionally supplements its diet with small fruits and berries.
The Pale-edged Flycatcher is an active, often solitary or paired, insectivorous bird. It exhibits typical flycatcher foraging behavior, sallying from an open perch to snatch flying insects in mid-air, a technique known as 'hawking.' It also gleans insects from foliage and branches, employing vari...
The Pale-edged Flycatcher is a resident species distributed throughout the humid montane regions of the Andes. Its range extends from coastal northern Venezuela (Cordillera de la Costa) and the Venezuelan Andes, south through the Andes of Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It continues further south in...
Least Concern
- The 'pale-edged' part of its name refers to subtle pale margins on its flight feathers and tail, a key, albeit often subtle, field mark. - Like many Myiarchus flycatchers, it is a cavity nester, relying heavily on old woodpecker holes or natural tree crevices. - Its distinctive whistled calls a...