Gray-eyed Greenlet

Hylophilus amaurocephalus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Passeriformes · Vireonidae

About

The grey-eyed greenlet is a species of bird in the family Vireonidae, the vireos, greenlets, and shrike-babblers. It is found in Brazil and possibly Bolivia.

Fun Fact

The grey-eyed greenlet was originally described in 1835 as Sylvia amaurocephala, mistakenly placing it among what were then the "Old World warblers".

Quick Facts

Habitat

Inhabits caatinga, scrublands, brushy pastures, woodlands, and the edges of forest.

Diet

Feeds on arthropods and includes many fruits its diet.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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