Adult © Christopher Sloan eBird S40821903 Macaulay Library ML 101395311
Immature © Peter Steward
Adult © Michael Todd
Adult © Gil Ewing
Adult © Stephen Gast

skiffermes Melaniparus funereus

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Identification

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Unusual forest tit that is all dark with a red eye. The male is mostly black, and the female dark gray. Found in humid forest, often around clearings or along the edge. Usually in pairs or small groups, readily joining mixed-species flocks. Gives a wide variety of vocalizations including a raspy up-and-down series, a typical tit “dree di-di-di,” and other whistled and scolding notes. Active tit behavior, small size, and small bill separate this species from other dark forest birds.

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