Leptopogon amaurocephalus
The Sepia-capped Flycatcher (Leptopogon amaurocephalus) is a small, unobtrusive passerine bird of the Tyrannidae family, a diverse group of Neotropical flycatchers. Measuring approximately 12-13 cm (4.7-5.1 inches) in length and weighing around 9-11 grams, its most striking feature is its distinctive, dark sepia-brown crown and nape, which contrasts sharply with its olive-green back and yellowish underparts. A prominent, broken white eye-ring further enhances its facial pattern, making identi...
This flycatcher primarily inhabits humid evergreen forests, particularly in the understory and mid-story, and is also found in forest edges, clearings, and secondary growth. It typically occurs from sea level up to elevations of about 1,500 meters (4,900 feet), occasionally higher.
Its diet consists predominantly of small insects and other arthropods, which it obtains by gleaning from foliage or making short sallying flights.
The Sepia-capped Flycatcher is a diurnal and highly active insectivore, often observed in the mid-story and understory of humid forests. It employs a distinctive foraging strategy, primarily gleaning insects from foliage and twigs, often hanging upside down to inspect the undersides of leaves. It...
The Sepia-capped Flycatcher boasts a wide distribution across the Neotropics, extending from southeastern Mexico (Veracruz, Oaxaca, Chiapas) southward through Central America, encompassing Guatemala, Belize, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Panama. Its range continues into South America, cove...
Least Concern
- The 'sepia-capped' name perfectly describes its distinctive dark brown head, a key identification feature. - It's a master of acrobatic foraging, often hanging completely upside down to glean insects from the undersides of leaves. - Despite its widespread range, its quiet demeanor and habit of ...