Dot-winged Antwren

Microrhopias quixensis

Least Concern

Aves · Passeriformes · Thamnophilidae

About

The dot-winged antwren or velvety antwren is a passerine bird in subfamily Thamnophilinae of family Thamnophilidae, the "typical antbirds". It is found in Mexico, every Central American country except El Salvador, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, French Guiana, Guyana, Peru, and Suriname.

Fun Fact

Chapman, 1921 Several authors have suggested that some of the subspecies deserve recognition as species due to differences in plumage, voice, and habitat associations.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Occurs in gaps within terra firme forest.

Diet

Prey from live vegetation, stems, and vines while reaching, hanging, jumping up, or hovering to capture it.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance