East Amazonian Fire-eye
NameEast Amazonian Fire-eye
Common NameEast Amazonian Fire-eye
Scientific NamePyriglena maura
FamilyThamnophilidae
Wingspan (cm)22.5
Length (cm)17
Weight (g)27.5
Plumage DetailsMales are entirely glossy black with a prominent white patch on the bend of the wing. Females are similar but duller black or brownish-black, sometimes with a rufous crown and nape, and a smaller white wing patch or none. Both sexes have striking red eyes.
Vocalization / CallKnown for loud, ringing songs consisting of a series of accelerating, high-pitched notes, often ending in a trill. They also have various sharp alarm calls.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in the eastern Amazon basin, primarily in Brazil south of the Amazon River, extending into parts of eastern Bolivia and northeastern Peru.
Identifying Featuresglossy black plumage (male), striking red eyes, prominent white shoulder patch (male), understory forest habitat
Description
This small antbird is characterized by its glossy black plumage and striking red eyes. Males display a prominent white patch on the shoulder, and the species typically forages in the understory of tropical forests.
