Smoky Bush-Tyrant

Ochthoeca fumicolor

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 black mask and a white throat. This species is known for its agile and acrobatic foraging behavior, often seen catching insects in mid-air or darting between branches. It prefers montane cloud forests and shrubby areas near streams, where it can be found perched on exposed branches or making short sallies to catch prey. The Smoky Bush-Tyrant is a vocal species, with a variety of calls including melodious whistles and trills. Its population is currently stable, and it is not considered globally threatened.

Habitat: Montane cloud forests and shrubby areas near streams