Slaty-headed Tody-Flycatcher

The Slaty-headed tody-flycatcher, known scientifically as Poecilotriccus sylvia, is a diminutive and charming bird, a member of the extensive Tyrannidae family. This species is one of twelve that grace the genus Poecilotriccus with their presence.

Identification Tips

When endeavoring to identify this bird, one should note its slate-colored head, a distinctive feature that lends the species its common name.

Habitat

The Slaty-headed tody-flycatcher is an inhabitant of a variety of forested environments. It thrives in subtropical or tropical dry forests, as well as in subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests. It can also be found making a living in areas where the forest has suffered heavy degradation.

Distribution

This bird's range is quite extensive, spanning across the Americas. It can be observed in the verdant landscapes of Belize, Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica, French Guiana, Guatemala, Guyana, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, and Venezuela.

Conservation status

The Slaty-headed tody-flycatcher is currently classified as Least Concern by the IUCN, indicating that, for now, it does not face an immediate threat of extinction in the wild.