Long-winged Antwren
Myrmotherula longipennis
Least ConcernAves · Passeriformes · Thamnophilidae
About
The long-winged antwren is a species of 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
In elevation it occurs below 500 m (1,600 ft) in Colombia and Ecuador, up to 700 m (2,300 ft) in other lowlands, to 900 m (3,000 ft) in the Andean foothills, and to 1,100 m (3,600 ft) on the Venezuelan tepuis.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Occurs primarily in terra firme forest and also in várzea, igapó, and transitional forest types.
Diet
Prey from live foliage and also takes prey from clusters of dead leaves, vine tangles, and along branches by gleaning, reaching, lunging, and with short sallies from a perch.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance