
Pallid Spinetail
A species of Cranioleuca spinetails Scientific name : Cranioleuca pallida Genus : Cranioleuca spinetails
Pallid Spinetail, A species of Cranioleuca spinetails
Botanical name: Cranioleuca pallida
Genus: Cranioleuca spinetails
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Description

The pallid spinetail (Cranioleuca pallida) is a species of bird in the family Furnariidae. It is endemic to Brazil. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forest.

Size
15 cm
Nest Placement
Shrub
Feeding Habits
Pallid Spinetail predominantly consumes arthropods, complemented by fruits and flowers. Typically forages in pairs within mixed-species flocks, from mid-story to canopy levels. Pallid Spinetail employs acrobatic maneuvers, like hanging upside-down on small branches, to glean food from vines, foliage, and bark.
Habitat
The pallid Spinetail is primarily found in montane evergreen forests, which are characterized by dense, perennial green foliage. It also inhabits woodlands and areas of tall secondary growth vegetation. These environments typically offer the pallid Spinetail various microhabitats and a steady supply of food resources, contributing to its survival and reproduction. The pallid Spinetail occupies these habitats across broad geographical regions that feature this type of forest ecosystem.
Dite type
Insectivorous


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Scientific Classification

Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Ovenbirds Genus
Cranioleuca spinetails Species
Pallid Spinetail