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Slate-throated Redstart

Myioborus miniatus

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Illustration of Slate-throated Redstart (Myioborus miniatus)

This small songbird is characterized by its slate-gray throat and bright yellow underparts. A memorable fact is that it often flicks its tail and wings while foraging, creating a striking display.

Habitat
Inhabits montane forests and edges in Central America.
Diet
Feeds on insects and other small invertebrates.
How common
Common

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