Dark-winged Canastero
NameDark-winged Canastero
Common NameDark-winged Canastero
Scientific NameAsthenes fuliginosa
FamilyFurnariidae
Wingspan (cm)23
Length (cm)16.5
Weight (g)17.5
Plumage DetailsThis species has a dull brown back and head, with slightly darker wings. The underparts are a paler grayish-brown, and the rump and tail show a distinct rufous wash, particularly noticeable on the outer tail feathers.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a series of sharp, chattering notes or a rapid, trilling song. Calls are often delivered from within dense cover.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in the Andes mountain range, specifically in Colombia, Ecuador, and northern Peru.
Identifying FeaturesDrab brown plumage with darker wings, Rufous wash on rump and tail, Small size with a relatively long tail, Active foraging in dense, high-altitude scrub
Description
The Dark-winged Canastero is a small, drab brown ovenbird found in high-altitude scrub and montane forest edges of the Andes. It is an active forager, typically seen moving through dense vegetation and low bushes. Its relatively long tail is often held cocked.
