This small, olive-green bird features a distinctive black whisker-like line on its face. The Black-whiskered Vireo is known for its melodious song, often heard in its forest habitat.
Habitat
Prefers dense, subtropical forests and shrubby areas.
Diet
Feeds on insects and fruits.
How common
Uncommon
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