Cocoa Woodcreeper
NameCocoa Woodcreeper
Common NameCocoa Woodcreeper
Scientific NameXiphorhynchus susurrans
FamilyFurnariidae
Wingspan (cm)28
Length (cm)21.5
Weight (g)37.5
Plumage DetailsThe upperparts are olive-brown to rufous-brown, with fine buff streaking on the crown, nape, and upper back that becomes broader on the breast. The wings and tail are a contrasting rufous-chestnut. It has a pale buff throat and a duller brown belly.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalization is a series of clear, ringing, descending whistles, often described as 'whee-whee-whee-whee-whee-whee-whee' or 'tew-tew-tew-tew-tew'.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeThe Cocoa Woodcreeper is found in northern South America, including parts of Colombia, Venezuela, Trinidad and Tobago, and the Guianas.
Identifying FeaturesLong, slightly decurved bill, Brown plumage with buff streaking on head and breast, Rufous wings and tail, Climbs tree trunks using stiff tail feathers for support
Description
The Cocoa Woodcreeper is a medium-sized Neotropical bird known for its habit of climbing tree trunks in search of prey. It possesses a long, slightly decurved bill and uses its stiff tail feathers for support while ascending trees. This species is typically found in tropical and subtropical lowland forests.
