The superciliaried hemispingus is a species of bird in the family Thraupidae.
Region
Andes Mountains
Typical Environment
Occurs along the Andean slopes from Venezuela and Colombia south through Ecuador and Peru to western Bolivia. It inhabits humid montane forests, cloud forests, and their edges, as well as secondary growth and bamboo thickets. The species commonly forages in the midstory to canopy and tolerates partially disturbed habitats. It is generally non-migratory within its elevational band but may make small local movements following food availability.
Altitude Range
2000–3500 m
Climate Zone
Highland
Ease of Keeping
Beginner friendly: 1/5
The superciliaried hemispingus is a small Andean tanager now placed in the genus Thlypopsis after revisions that split the former Hemispingus group. It is a frequent participant in mixed-species flocks, where it actively gleans insects from foliage. It often favors bamboo (Chusquea) thickets and forest edges within humid montane forest.
Temperament
social and active
Flight Pattern
short rapid wingbeats
Social Behavior
Often travels in pairs or small groups and readily joins mixed-species flocks moving through montane forest strata. Nests are typically small cups placed in dense vegetation or shrubs. Both parents are believed to participate in provisioning the young.
Migratory Pattern
Resident
Song Description
Song is a series of thin, high-pitched trills and tinkling phrases delivered rapidly from cover. Calls include sharp chips and seet notes used to maintain contact within mixed flocks.
