Black-faced Antbird

Myrmoborus myotherinus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Passeriformes · Thamnophilidae

About

The black-faced antbird is a species of bird in subfamily Thamnophilinae of family Thamnophilidae, the "typical antbirds". It is found in Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela.

Fun Fact

The specific epithet is from the Ancient Greek muiothēras meaning "flyhunter".

Quick Facts

Habitat

Occurs in nearby mature secondary woodland, transitional forest, and occasionally in seasonally flooded areas.

Diet

Prey fleeing the ants, but is subordinate to obligate ant-followers.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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