Apical Flycatcher vs Bay-ringed Tyrannulet
Myiarchus apicalis compared with Phylloscartes sylviolus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Apical Flycatcher | Bay-ringed Tyrannulet |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Myiarchus apicalis | Phylloscartes sylviolus |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tyrannidae | Tyrannidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 17.5 cm (6.9 in) | 9.8 cm (3.9 in) |
| Weight | 29.599999999999998 g (1.04 oz) | 8.0 g (0.28 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2.6 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Apical Flycatcher
Least Concern
Bay-ringed Tyrannulet
About These Birds
Apical Flycatcher
The Apical Flycatcher is a medium-sized Myiarchus flycatcher from Colombia, weighing about 30 grams with a wingspan of approximately 17 cm. It inhabits dry and semi-arid woodlands, where it sallies from perches to catch insects. Its distinctive crest and brownish plumage are typical of the Myiarchus flycatcher group.
Bay-ringed Tyrannulet
The Bay-ringed Tyrannulet is a small flycatcher of the Atlantic Forest in southeastern Brazil and northeastern Argentina. It has a brownish-olive plumage with faint wing bars and a subtle eye ring. It forages actively in forest canopy and edges, gleaning insects from foliage.