
Flammulated Treehunter
A species of Typical treehunters Scientific name : Thripadectes flammulatus Genus : Typical treehunters
Flammulated Treehunter, A species of Typical treehunters
Botanical name: Thripadectes flammulatus
Genus: Typical treehunters
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Description

The flammulated treehunter (Thripadectes flammulatus) is a species of bird in the family Furnariidae. It is found in Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forest.

Size
25 cm
Nest Placement
Tree
Feeding Habits
Flammulated Treehunter predominantly consumes arthropods, and likely small vertebrates. It forages alone or sometimes in mixed-species groups, utilizing dense undergrowth. Food is gleaned, likely from moss, branches, and debris, although specifics of this behavior are not thoroughly documented.
Habitat
The habitat of flammulated Treehunter predominantly consists of montane evergreen forests with a preference for areas abundant with Chusquea bamboo thickets. These birds are generally found within broadleaf forests of the tropical Andes, occupying regions characterized by dense vegetation and a significant presence of bamboo, which is integral to their ecosystem.
Dite type
Insectivorous


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Scientific Classification

Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Ovenbirds Genus
Typical treehunters Species
Flammulated Treehunter