Black-cheeked Ant-tanager
Habia atrimaxillaris
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About
The Black-cheeked Ant-tanager is a Near Threatened species restricted to the Osa Peninsula and adjacent areas of southwestern Costa Rica, with males displaying a red crest, black cheeks, and a rose-red throat. It inhabits the interior of humid lowland forests, where it associates with army ant swarms to capture insects flushed by the ants. Deforestation on the Osa Peninsula poses the main threat to this species.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 18.7 cm | 7.4 in |
| Weight | 41.03333333333333 g | 1.45 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 12 days.
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Cardinalidae (Cardinals & Grosbeaks) |
| Genus | Habia |
| Species | Habia atrimaxillaris |
Distribution
Black-cheeked Ant-tanager has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Cardinalidae family