Common Scale-backed Antbird

Willisornis poecilinotus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Passeriformes · Thamnophilidae

About

The common scale-backed antbird is a species of passerine 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

The common scale-backed antbird has a complicated taxonomic history.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Occurs in várzea and igapó forest.

Diet

Prey fleeing the ants, but it just as often forages away from ant swarms.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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