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Bicolored Antbird
Gymnopithys bicolor
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Least Concern
Wingspan
15.1 cm
Weight
32.5 g
Family
Thamnophilidae
Order
Passeriformes
About
The Bicolored Antbird is a medium-sized antbird found in lowland rainforests from Honduras to western Ecuador and western Amazonia. Males are boldly bicolored with a black back and white underparts, while females are brown. It is an obligate army ant follower, catching insects flushed by ant columns from the forest floor.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 15.1 cm | 5.9 in |
| Weight | 32.5 g | 1.15 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 15-16 days. Fledging: 13-15 days.
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Thamnophilidae |
| Genus | Gymnopithys |
| Species | Gymnopithys bicolor |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Bicolored Antbird endangered?
The Bicolored Antbird has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Bicolored Antbird nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 15-16 days. Fledging: 13-15 days.
How big is the Bicolored Antbird?
The Bicolored Antbird has a wingspan of 15.1 cm, weight of 32.5 g.
What order and family does the Bicolored Antbird belong to?
The Bicolored Antbird (Gymnopithys bicolor) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Thamnophilidae.
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