Black-bellied Gnateater
NameBlack-bellied Gnateater
Common NameBlack-bellied Gnateater
Scientific NameConopophaga melanogaster
FamilyConopophagidae
Wingspan (cm)20
Length (cm)13.25
Weight (g)22.5
Plumage DetailsMales feature a glossy black head, throat, and underparts, sharply contrasting with a rich rufous back and flanks. A prominent white post-ocular stripe extends from behind the eye, creating a distinctive facial pattern.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a series of clear, whistled notes, often accelerating into a trill or a rapid sequence of 'chip' calls.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to central Brazil, with populations also found in northern Bolivia and southeastern Peru, inhabiting humid lowland forests.
Identifying FeaturesBlack head and underparts, Rufous back and flanks, Prominent white post-ocular stripe, Stocky build, Terrestrial foraging behavior
Description
The Black-bellied Gnateater is a small, stocky bird known for its striking plumage. It typically forages on or near the forest floor, often flicking its tail while searching for insects in the dense undergrowth of humid forests.
