Found in open or dispersed woodlands, including riparian areas.

Note male's black crown, throat, and eye-line, which contrast with orange face; broad white wing patch. Female's yellow colors are most apparent on head, upper breast, and undertail coverts; note pale gray back dull white or grayish-white belly and flanks. 

Nest is a pendulous-shaped structure built in trees from plant fibers and bark. Diet consists mostly of insects and spiders; also nectar and fruit.