Mouse-colored Tyrannulet
Nesotriccus murinus
Data DeficientAves · Passeriformes · Tyrannidae
About
The mouse-colored tyrannulet is a species of bird in subfamily Elaeniinae of the tyrant flycatchers family Tyrannidae. It is found from Costa Rica and Panama south to Brazil and northern Argentina. The mouse-colored tyrannulet has sometimes been split into two species, the northern mouse-colored tyrannulet and the southern mouse-colored tyrannulet.
Fun Fact
In elevation it overall ranges from sea level up to 2,400 m (7,900 ft) but mostly occurs below 1,000 m (3,300 ft) and reaches only 500 m (1,600 ft) in Peru.
Quick Facts
Habitat
To be updated
Diet
Feeds on insects though fruits of mistletoe (Loranthaceae) and some other plants are a significant part of its diet.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance