Greenish Elaenia
Myiopagis viridicata
Unobtrusive and inconspicuous small flycatcher of tropical and subtropical forest; also ranges up into the highlands of West Mexico. Usually found singly, perched quietly (unless singing at dawn) and rather upright at mid-upper levels in trees; does not flick its wings and tail, unlike many small flycatchers. Can be identified by a combination of the lack of pale wingbars, a narrow whitish eyebrow, and the small, overall dark bill.
Taxonomy
- Scientific name
- Myiopagis viridicata
- Authority
- (Vieillot, 1817)
- Order
- Passeriformes
- Family
- Tyrannidae
- Genus
- Myiopagis
Range and habitat
- Migration
- Complete migrants
Conservation
- Population trend
- declining
Photos
Distribution
Bird Calls
Other Birds

Rufous-naped Tit
Periparus rufonuchalis
Small, dark, crested tit of montane and hilly coniferous forests. Lack of white on the wings (except for large cheek patch) and erect crest separate it from Coal Tit. The namesake rufous nape patch is small and fairly difficult to see. Rufous-vented Tit is extremely similar in appearance, and the two species overlap in the central and western Himalayas, but note present species’ much more extensive black breast. An occasional member of mixed-species flocks in the winter. Calls variable, include a cheery “pi-chew, pi-chew”, bright “chewee, chewee”, and high-pitched, squeaky “cheee”s and “seee”s. Song typically consists of several high-pitched whistles, followed by buzzes, trills, or descending notes.

Blue-winged Kookaburra
Dacelo leachii
Very large kingfisher with a lot of blue in the wings and tail. Note pale eye and pale, finely streaked head. Occurs across northern Australia in a variety of woodland habitats including parks and gardens. Often perches on powerlines. Its call is quite different to the Laughing Kookaburra, typically a loud rolling squawk and various loud yapping sounds.

Papuan Frogmouth
Podargus papuensis
Very large nocturnal bird with "frog-like" bill and long tail. Inhabits edges of dense forests, including mangroves. In daytime, often roosts above water. Primarily gray-brown with barred underparts and tail. Distinguished from other frogmouths by very large size. Call is a repetitive, low-pitched "oo-oo-oo-oo."
Start Your Bird Watching Journey
Identify a bird outdoors and keep the field guide close for your next observation.