Band-tailed Antbird
Hypocnemoides maculicauda
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The Band-tailed Antbird is a small antbird of the family Thamnophilidae found in dense undergrowth near water in Amazonian forests. Weighing about 13g with a wingspan of 11.9cm, it has a spotted tail pattern that distinguishes it from similar species. It forages low in vegetation for insects, often near forest streams and flooded areas.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 11.9 cm | 4.7 in |
| Weight | 13.0 g | 0.46 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PN.
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Thamnophilidae |
| Genus | Hypocnemoides |
| Species | Hypocnemoides maculicauda |
Distribution
Band-tailed Antbird has been recorded in 2 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Thamnophilidae family