Black-backed Antshrike
Thamnophilus melanonotus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="thamnophilus-melanonotus"></birdfyi-bird>The Black-backed Antshrike (Thamnophilus melanonotus) is a bird species in the family Thamnophilidae, within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 15.2 cm and a weight of 24.8 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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The Black-backed Antshrike is a medium-sized antshrike of lowland forest and forest edges in northern South America, from Colombia to Trinidad. Males have a black back contrasting with barred black and white underparts, while females are rufous-brown. It forages in dense undergrowth for large insects and arthropods.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 15.2 cm | 6.0 in |
| Weight | 24.75 g | 0.87 oz |
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PN.
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Thamnophilidae |
| Genus | Thamnophilus |
| Species | Thamnophilus melanonotus |
Distribution
Black-backed Antshrike has been recorded in 3 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Thamnophilidae family