White-throated Tyrannulet

The White-throated Tyrannulet occurs widely 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, often joining mixed-species flocks and foraging actively in the canopy and midstory for small insects. 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 crisp plumage with a white throat and wingbars, rapid foraging movements, and high-pitched vocalizations, though its nesting biology in Ecuador remains poorly documented.