Black Antshrike
Thamnophilus nigriceps
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<birdfyi-bird slug="thamnophilus-nigriceps"></birdfyi-bird>The Black Antshrike (Thamnophilus nigriceps) is a bird species in the family Thamnophilidae, within the order Passeriformes (aves canoras). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 14.7 cm and a weight of 24 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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The Black Antshrike is a medium-sized antshrike found in forest undergrowth, dense scrub, and thickets in northwestern Colombia and northeastern Panama. Males are mostly black with a concealed white dorsal patch, while females are rich rufous-brown. It forages in dense vegetation for large insects and small vertebrates.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergadura | 14,7 cm | 5.8 in |
| Peso | 24,0 g | 0.85 oz |
Habitat & Range
Estado de conservación
Taxonomía
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Orden | Passeriformes (Aves Canoras) |
| Familia | Thamnophilidae |
| Genus | Thamnophilus |
| Especies | Thamnophilus nigriceps |
Distribution
Black Antshrike has been recorded in 3 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Thamnophilidae family