Fringe-backed Fire-eye

Pyriglena atra

Conservation Status

Near Threatened

Aves · Passeriformes · Thamnophilidae

About

The fringe-backed fire-eye, for a time known as Swainson's fire-eye, is an Endangered species of bird in subfamily Thamnophilinae of family Thamnophilidae, the "typical antbirds". It is endemic to Brazil. In Brazilian Portuguese it is called papa-taoca-da-bahia.

Fun Fact

In Brazilian Portuguese it is called papa-taoca-da-bahia.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Range in eastern Brazil; it is found in southeastern Sergipe and coastal northeastern Bahia.

Diet

Feeds on insects (e.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Hunting and Collection
Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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