Occurs in a wide variety of habitats ranging from brushy areas to open or dense woodlands and forests.

Olive-green upper parts, two white wing bars, conspicuous eye ring, and (in males, but not always visible) red crown patch. Song is comprised of several high-pitched introductory notes followed by a rapid, jumbling cacophony of rich, bubbly notes. Note habit of frequently flicking its wings, as if it were nervous.

Eats a diverse array of insects and spiders, supplemented with occasional fruits or seeds.