Ochre-faced Tody-Flycatcher

Phylloscartes flaviventris

The Ochre-faced Tody-Flycatcher (Phylloscartes flaviventris) is a small, insectivorous bird found in the Atlantic Forest of southeastern Brazil. It has a distinctive ochre-colored face, olive-green upperparts, and a yellow belly. This species is known for its active foraging behavior, often gleaning insects from foliage or catching them in mid-air. It typically inhabits the understory of humid forests, where it can be found in dense vegetation and near water sources. The Ochre-faced Tody-Flycatcher is known for its high-pitched vocalizations, which it uses to communicate and defend its territory.

Habitat: Atlantic Forest understory