Chapman's Antshrike
NameChapman's Antshrike
Common NameChapman's Antshrike
Scientific NameThamnophilus chapmani
FamilyThamnophilidae
Wingspan (cm)22
Length (cm)14.5
Weight (g)20
Plumage DetailsMales are mostly gray with a darker gray to blackish crest. Their wings and tail are finely barred with white, and they possess a distinctive white iris. Females have a rufous crown, olive-brown upperparts, and rufous underparts, also with barred wings and tail.
Vocalization / CallThe call is a series of 'puk' notes that accelerate into a trill, often concluding with a downslurred whistle. They also emit a sharp 'chup' call.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeThis species is endemic to the tepui region of southeastern Venezuela, western Guyana, and northern Brazil, primarily inhabiting the montane forests of the tepuis.
Identifying FeaturesGray plumage with blackish crest (male), White barring on wings and tail, White iris, Found in humid montane forests of the tepui region
Description
Chapman's Antshrike is a medium-sized antbird found in humid montane forests of the tepui region. Males are predominantly gray with a prominent black crest, while females have rufous underparts and crown. They typically forage for insects in the mid-story and subcanopy of dense forest.
