Chestnut-backed Antbird

Chestnut-backed Antbird

Poliocrania exsul

Least Concern

Aves · Passeriformes · Thamnophilidae

About

The chestnut-backed antbird is a passerine bird in subfamily Thamnophilinae of family Thamnophilidae, the "typical antbirds". It is found in Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Panama.

Fun Fact

A molecular phylogenetic study published in 2013 found that the genus Myrmeciza, as then defined, was polyphyletic.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Inhabit the understorey in the interior of humid to wet evergreen forest.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance