About Basileuterus tristriatus (Tschudi, 1844)
The three-striped warbler, scientifically named Basileuterus tristriatus (Tschudi, 1844), measures 13 cm (5.1 in) in length. Its body is mostly olive-brown, with a buffy belly and underparts. It has distinct black and white striping on the head, a dark cheek, and male and female individuals have similar plumage. Its song is a rapid series of squeaky chirps. This species is found in Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist montane forests and heavily degraded former forest. Three-striped warblers typically forage on the ground, especially near riparian areas.
