Streak-throated Bush-Tyrant

Siptornis striaticollis

The Streak-throated Bush-Tyrant is a small passerine bird found in the Andes of South America. It has a distinctive streaked throat and a black crown, with a white eyering and grayish-olive upperparts. This species is known for its acrobatic foraging behavior, often catching insects in mid-air. It prefers to inhabit montane cloud forests and shrubby areas near streams, where it can be observed perching on exposed branches or making short flights to catch prey. The Streak-throated Bush-Tyrant is an important part of its ecosystem, contributing to insect control and seed dispersal.

Habitat: Montane cloud forests and shrubby areas near streams