Band-tailed Antbird
NameBand-tailed Antbird
Common NameBand-tailed Antbird
Scientific NameHypocnemoides maculicauda
FamilyThamnophilidae
Wingspan (cm)16.5
Length (cm)11.5
Weight (g)13.5
Plumage DetailsMales are predominantly dark grey on the head and upperparts, fading to a paler grey on the belly. They feature two distinct white wing bars and white tips on the outer tail feathers, creating a noticeable band. Females are similar but may have a brownish wash on the flanks.
Vocalization / CallIts song is a series of clear, whistled notes, often accelerating and rising in pitch, described as 'pee-pee-pee-PEE-PEE-PEE-pew-pew'. Calls include sharp 'chip' notes.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in the Amazon basin of South America, including parts of Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Brazil, and the Guianas. It prefers lowland humid forests, particularly near streams, rivers, or swampy areas.
Identifying Featuresgrey plumage, two prominent white wing bars, white-tipped tail feathers, small size, often found near water in forests
Description
This small, active antbird is characterized by its overall grey plumage, prominent white wing bars, and white-tipped tail feathers. It typically forages in the dense undergrowth near water in its tropical forest habitat, often flicking its tail while moving.
