Ancient Antwren

Herpsilochmus gentryi

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Passeriformes · Thamnophilidae

About

The ancient antwren is a species of tropical bird in the family Thamnophilidae. It is primarily found in terra firme forests of northern Peru and southeastern Ecuador. This species was described in 1998 and named after the American botanist Alwyn Gentry. Habitat loss poses the greatest threat to this species.

Fun Fact

It is found at elevations up to 200 meters.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in terra firme forest on the highest and driest ridgetops.

Diet

Feeds on insects, likely spiders and lepidopteran larvae.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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