Cocha Antshrike
A species of Typical antshrikes Scientific name : Thamnophilus praecox Genus : Typical antshrikes
Cocha Antshrike, A species of Typical antshrikes
Botanical name: Thamnophilus praecox
Genus: Typical antshrikes
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Description
Description
The cocha antshrike (Thamnophilus praecox) is a species of bird in the family Thamnophilidae. It is endemic to Ecuador. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical swamps. It is threatened by habitat loss. 
Size
16 cm
Feeding Habits
Cocha Antshrike primarily feeds on insects and arthropods. They forage in dense thickets near streams, moving in short hops and pausing to locate prey. Uniquely, cocha Antshrike may take larger prey to the ground to subdue it before swallowing.
Habitat
The habitat of cocha Antshrike includes the understory of lowland, seasonally flooded evergreen forests, primarily associated with black-water drainages. Cocha Antshrike typically resides in dense, shrubby streamside thickets and tangles, which often feature vegetation such as Cecropia and Heliconia, indicative of a preference for areas with lush, dense plant growth.
Dite type
Insectivorous
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Antbirds Genus
Typical antshrikes Species
Cocha Antshrike 
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