Elegant Bristle-Tyrant

Xiphorhynchus elegans

The Elegant Bristle-Tyrant is a small, insectivorous bird found in the Andean cloud forests of South America. It is known for its distinctive bristles around the base of its bill and its olive-brown upperparts with a rufous crown. This species is often found in the midstory and understory of montane forests, where it forages for insects and small invertebrates. The Elegant Bristle-Tyrant is known for its melodious and varied song, which it uses to communicate with other individuals in its habitat. While not currently considered threatened, the species may face habitat loss and degradation in the future.

Habitat: Andean cloud forests