Chestnut-backed Thornbird vs Amazonian Plain Xenops
Phacellodomus dorsalis compared with Xenops genibarbis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Chestnut-backed Thornbird | Amazonian Plain Xenops |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phacellodomus dorsalis | Xenops genibarbis |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Furnariidae | Furnariidae |
| Conservation Status | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 14.2 cm (5.6 in) | 12.5 cm (4.9 in) |
| Weight | 36.0 g (1.27 oz) | 10.6 g (0.37 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
Chestnut-backed Thornbird
Least Concern
Amazonian Plain Xenops
About These Birds
Amazonian Plain Xenops
The Amazonian Plain Xenops is a small furnariid weighing about 11 g with a 12.5 cm wingspan, clinging to branches and probing bark for insects in Amazonian forest. Its distinctive upturned bill tip helps it lever off bark to expose hidden prey.