Black-capped Antwren
Herpsilochmus atricapillus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="herpsilochmus-atricapillus"></birdfyi-bird>The Black-capped Antwren (Herpsilochmus atricapillus) is a bird species in the family Thamnophilidae, within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 10.4 cm and a weight of 9.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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The Black-capped Antwren is a small, active insectivore of cerrado and dry forests in central Brazil, with the male showing a bold black cap and black-streaked white underparts. It inhabits the mid-story and canopy of dry woodland, cerrado scrub, and caatinga. It forages by gleaning insects and spiders from leaves and bark, often joining mixed-species foraging flocks.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 10.4 cm | 4.1 in |
| Weight | 9.5 g | 0.34 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Thamnophilidae |
| Genus | Herpsilochmus |
| Species | Herpsilochmus atricapillus |
Distribution
Black-capped Antwren has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Thamnophilidae family