Parker's Tyrannulet

Phylloscartes parkeri

Parker's Tyrannulet (Phylloscartes parkeri) is a small passerine bird found in the Atlantic Forest of southeastern Brazil. It is characterized by its olive-green upperparts, yellowish underparts, and a distinctive white eyering. This species is known for its high-pitched, insect-like vocalizations and its active foraging behavior in the dense understory of humid forests. Parker's Tyrannulet is often observed in mixed-species flocks and is an important insectivore in its ecosystem. Despite its limited range and habitat loss, the population trend of this species is currently stable, and it is not considered globally threatened according to the IUCN Red List.

Habitat: Humid forests of the Atlantic Forest

Parker's Tyrannulet
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