Leaden Antwren
Myrmotherula assimilis
Least ConcernAves · Passeriformes · Thamnophilidae
About
The leaden antwren is a species of bird in subfamily Thamnophilinae of family Thamnophilidae, the "typical antbirds". It is found in Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.
Fun Fact
The leaden antwren almost exclusively inhabits the understory of tall Cecropia forest on river islands, as long as the understory is composed of many species in addition to Cecropia.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Found almost entirely on islands in the Amazon River and its major tributaries; it locally occurs along the rivers' banks and the shores of oxbow lakes.
Diet
Prey, mostly from leaves (live and dead) and bark.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance