Fringe-backed Fire-eye

Fringe-backed Fire-eye

Pyriglena atra

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