Smoky Bush-Tyrant

Myiotheretes fumigatus

The Smoky Bush-Tyrant is a small passerine bird found in the Andes of South America. It has a distinctive smoky-gray plumage with a pale throat and a black bill. This species is known for its agile and acrobatic foraging behavior, often seen catching insects in mid-air. It inhabits montane cloud forests and shrubby areas, where it can be found perched on branches or making short flights to catch prey. The Smoky Bush-Tyrant is a vocal species, often heard producing high-pitched calls and trills. Although not globally threatened, habitat loss and degradation are potential threats to its populations.

Habitat: Montane cloud forests and shrubby areas