Russet-crowned warbler
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Myiothlypis coronata

The russet-crowned warbler (Myiothlypis coronata ) is a species of bird in the family Parulidae.It is found in Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela.Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist montane forests and heavily degraded former forest.

Appearance

The russet-crowned warbler is approximately 14 cm in length. Among its distinguishing markings are the rust-orange crown, for which it is named, black crown-stripes and eye-line and otherwise gray face. Its breast is often pale yellow. The species exhibits no obvious sexual dimorphism.

Distribution

Geography

Most populations occur between 1500 and 3000 meters above sea level on either side of the Andes throughout northern South America. Typically found in the subtropical and temperate forests, they can usually be found inhabiting dense under growth.

Russet-crowned warbler habitat map

Biome

Russet-crowned warbler habitat map
Russet-crowned warbler
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Habits and Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Seasonal behavior
Bird's call

Diet and Nutrition

The russet-crowned warbler forages in pairs and small mixed flocks.

Population

References

1. Russet-crowned warbler Wikipedia article - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Russet-crowned_warbler
2. Russet-crowned warbler on The IUCN Red List site - https://www.iucnredlist.org/species/22721992/94743263
3. Xeno-canto bird call - https://xeno-canto.org/596154

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