Oleaginous Hemispingus
Sphenopsis frontalis
The Oleaginous Hemispingus (Sphenopsis frontalis) is a rare tanager found in 4 countries, weighing about 17 g. The oleaginous hemispingus is a species of bird in the family Thraupidae.
About the Oleaginous Hemispingus
The oleaginous hemispingus is a species of bird in the family Thraupidae. It is found in Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. It inhabits wet montane rainforests at elevations of 1,400–2,700 m (4,600–8,900 ft). It is 14 cm (5.5 in) long and weighs 14–20 g (0.5–0.7 oz) on average. It has dull yellow underparts and olive-green upperparts. It is classified as being of least concern by the IUCN.
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How to identify it
The oleaginous hemispingus is, on average, 14 cm (5.5 in) long and weighs 14–20 g (0.5–0.7 oz). Its underparts are dull yellow in colour while its upperparts are olive-green. There is a thin, elongate supercilium that is yellowish in color and most conspicuous near the eye. The bill is gray and the legs are brown to fuscous in color.
Where it lives
When to see it
The Oleaginous Hemispingus can be seen all year round, with peak activity in November. It is a resident species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- How do you identify an Oleaginous Hemispingus?
- The oleaginous hemispingus is, on average, 14 cm (5.5 in) long and weighs 14–20 g (0.5–0.7 oz). Full identification notes are on this page.
- How big is an Oleaginous Hemispingus?
- The Oleaginous Hemispingus is a small sized bird weighing about 17 g.
- Where can you see an Oleaginous Hemispingus?
- The Oleaginous Hemispingus occurs in 4 countries, including Colombia, Peru, Venezuela and Ecuador.
- What birds look similar to an Oleaginous Hemispingus?
- The Oleaginous Hemispingus is most easily confused with the Black-eared Hemispingus.
- Is the Oleaginous Hemispingus endangered?
- The Oleaginous Hemispingus is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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