The sulphur-bellied tyrannulet is a species of bird in subfamily Elaeniinae of family Tyrannidae, the tyrant flycatchers. It is found in Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela.
Region
Andes Mountains
Typical Environment
Occurs from the Andes of Venezuela and Colombia south through Ecuador into northern Peru. It favors montane evergreen and cloud forests, forest edges, and secondary growth with scattered trees. Frequently uses scrubby borders, riparian ravines, and disturbed openings where it can forage actively. Commonly accompanies mixed flocks along edges and roadcuts.
Altitude Range
1000–3200 m
Climate Zone
Highland
Ease of Keeping
Beginner friendly: 1/5
A small, active Andean flycatcher, the sulphur-bellied tyrannulet is named for its yellowish underparts. It often joins mixed-species flocks and forages restlessly along forest edges and clearings. Its thin, high-pitched calls can carry surprisingly far in montane forests.
Temperament
social and active
Flight Pattern
short rapid wingbeats with brief sallies
Social Behavior
Often seen in pairs or small family groups, and frequently joins mixed-species flocks moving along forest edges. Nests are typically small cups placed on mossy branches or sheltered tangles. Territorial during breeding but otherwise tolerant of other small insectivores.
Migratory Pattern
Resident
Song Description
Gives thin, high-pitched tsee and tzip notes, often in quick series. Song is a delicate, accelerating trill or sequence of sharp chips that can be hard to locate in dense foliage.
