Sooty-capped Bush Tanager

Phaeoptila sordida

The Sooty-capped Bush Tanager is a small, colorful bird found in the Andean cloud forests of South America. It has a distinctive black cap and bright yellow underparts, making it easily recognizable. These tanagers are often found in mixed-species flocks, foraging for insects and fruits in the dense vegetation. They are known for their melodious and varied songs, which they use to communicate with their flock members. The Sooty-capped Bush Tanager plays an important role in seed dispersal and maintaining the ecological balance of its habitat.

Habitat: Andean cloud forests