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Slaty-winged Foliage-gleaner
A species of Philydor Foliage-gleaners Scientific name : Philydor fuscipenne Genus : Philydor Foliage-gleaners
Slaty-winged Foliage-gleaner, A species of Philydor Foliage-gleaners
Botanical name: Philydor fuscipenne
Genus: Philydor Foliage-gleaners
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Description
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Description
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The slaty-winged foliage-gleaner (Philydor fuscipenne) is a perching bird species in the ovenbird family (Furnariidae). It is found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Panama. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests and subtropical or tropical moist montane forests.
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Size
17 cm
Feeding Habits
Slaty-winged Foliage-gleaner primarily consumes insects like Orthoptera and Coleoptera, as well as spiders, spider eggs, and occasionally small lizards. Slaty-winged Foliage-gleaner's foraging technique involves gleaning foliage for prey, showcasing a dietary adaptation to its forest habitat.
Habitat
The slaty-winged Foliage-gleaner typically inhabits tropical lowland evergreen forests, favoring hilly terrains and tall secondary growth. Predominantly found at elevations ranging from 500 to 1000 meters, these birds occasionally venture up to 1200 meters above sea level. Their preferred habitat spans across broader tropical regions, characterized by lush, dense vegetation and a stable canopy, providing ample foraging opportunities.
Dite type
Insectivorous
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Scientific Classification
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Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Ovenbirds Species
Slaty-winged Foliage-gleaner