Guianan Streaked-Antwren
Myrmotherula surinamensis
Conservation Status
Least ConcernAves · Passeriformes · Thamnophilidae
About
The Guianan streaked antwren is a species of bird in subfamily Thamnophilinae of family Thamnophilidae, the "typical antbirds". It is found in Brazil, Colombia, French Guiana, Guyana, Suriname, and Venezuela.
Fun Fact
He placed it with the nuthatches in the genus Sitta and coined the binomial name Sitta surinamensis.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Occurs almost entirely near water, in thickets and vine tangles by rivers, streams, and ponds, and in French Guiana also in mangroves.
Diet
Feeds on arthropods, especially insects and probably also spiders.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance
External Data Sources
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