Great Xenops
Megaxenops parnaguae
Least ConcernAves · Passeriformes · Furnariidae
About
The great xenops is a species of bird in the Furnariinae subfamily of the ovenbird family Furnariidae. It is endemic to eastern Brazil.
Fun Fact
It is only very distantly related to the members of genus Xenops and is instead sister to two species of genus Philydor.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Inhabits the caatinga ecoregion and the semi-humid woodlands and forest within it.
Diet
Feeds on adult and larval arthropods including a variety of insects and spiders.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance