Ash-breasted Antbird
Myrmoborus lugubris
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Least Concern
Wingspan
13.3 cm
Weight
21.5 g
Family
Thamnophilidae
Order
Passeriformes
About
The Ash-breasted Antbird is a small Amazonian passerine found in várzea forests and forest edges near water. Weighing about 21.5g with a wingspan near 13.3cm, males show ash-grey underparts contrasting with dark upperparts. It forages low in dense undergrowth, often following ant swarms.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 13.3 cm | 5.2 in |
| Weight | 21.5 g | 0.76 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: DM.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Thamnophilidae |
| Genus | Myrmoborus |
| Species | Myrmoborus lugubris |
Distribution
Ash-breasted Antbird has been recorded in 3 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Ash-breasted Antbird endangered?
The Ash-breasted Antbird has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Ash-breasted Antbird nest?
Nest type: DM.
How big is the Ash-breasted Antbird?
The Ash-breasted Antbird has a wingspan of 13.3 cm, weight of 21.5 g.
What order and family does the Ash-breasted Antbird belong to?
The Ash-breasted Antbird (Myrmoborus lugubris) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Thamnophilidae.
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Vulnerable