Black-throated Antbird
Myrmophylax atrothorax
Least ConcernAves · Passeriformes · Thamnophilidae
About
The black-throated antbird is a species of passerine bird in subfamily Thamnophilinae of family Thamnophilidae, the "typical antbirds". It is found in Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, French Guiana, Guyana, Peru, Suriname, and Venezuela.
Fun Fact
It forages almost exclusively within 1 m (3 ft) of the ground though it will go as high as 3 m (10 ft).
Quick Facts
Habitat
Range it occurs in lowland terra firme, transitional, várzea, and igapó evergreen forest.
Diet
Feeds on arthropods, especially insects and spiders.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance