Gray-hooded Bush Tanager

The Gray-hooded Bush Tanager occurs along both slopes of the Ecuadorian Andes, inhabiting humid montane forests, forest edges, and elfin woodland typically between 2,000 and 3,500 meters. It is generally uncommon but regularly observed in suitable habitat, often joining mixed-species flocks in the midstory and canopy, where it forages for insects and small fruits. The species is listed as Least Concern by the IUCN, with a broad Andean range and a stable population that tolerates moderate habitat disturbance. Natural history observations highlight its gray hood, reddish bill, and active foraging behavior, though its nesting biology in Ecuador remains poorly documented.