Chocó Vireo (Vireo masteri) — Near Threatened Aves

Chocó Vireo

Vireo masteri

Conservation Status

Near Threatened

Aves · Passeriformes · Vireonidae

About

The Choco vireo is a species of bird in the family Vireonidae, the vireos, greenlets, and shrike-babblers. It is found in Colombia and Ecuador.

Fun Fact

The Choco vireo was first observed on August 25, 1991, by Paul Salaman in southwestern Colombia's Nariño Department.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Inhabits the interior and edges of primary rainforest on both level ground and on steep slopes.

Diet

Prey by gleaning from the undersides of leaves while perched and sometimes hanging upside-down.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Hunting and Collection
  • Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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