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Spotted Antbird

A species of Spotted Antbirds
Scientific name : Hylophylax naevioides Genus : Spotted Antbirds

Spotted Antbird, A species of Spotted Antbirds
Botanical name: Hylophylax naevioides
Genus: Spotted Antbirds
Spotted Antbird (Hylophylax naevioides)

Description

A smallish bird, measuring 11 cm (4.3 in) and weighing 16–19.5 g (0.56–0.69 oz). The male spotted antbird's plumage is a distinctive combination of a necklace of large black spots on a white chest, chestnut back, grey head, and black throat. The female is a duller version of the male, but also distinctive with large chest spots and two wide buffy wing-bars.
Size
12 cm
Life Expectancy
13.4-14.6 years
Nest Placement
Ground
Feeding Habits
Spotted Antbird's diet consists primarily of insects, including ants, beetles, and caterpillars. This bird forages by following swarms of army ants to catch prey flushed out by the ant activity, showcasing a unique adaptation to its diet.
Habitat
Spotted Antbird predominantly resides in the undergrowth of mature, humid lowland tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in the foothills within these ecosystems. This bird species favors thick understory in regions characterized by heavy rainfall and dense canopy cover, which provide a vital environment for its foraging and nesting behaviors.
Dite type
Insectivorous

General Info

Feeding Habits

Bird food type

Distribution Area

Forages as individuals or pairs in lower levels of mature, humid forests. Found in lowlands and foothills up to 1,000 m (3,300 ft).

Species Status

Not globally threatened.
Spotted Antbird (Hylophylax naevioides) Spotted Antbird (Hylophylax naevioides)

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