Freckle-breasted Thornbird
NameFreckle-breasted Thornbird
Common NameFreckle-breasted Thornbird
Scientific NamePhacellodomus striaticollis
FamilyFurnariidae
Wingspan (cm)23
Length (cm)16.5
Weight (g)22.5
Plumage DetailsThe upperparts are dull brown, contrasting with a distinctive rufous-chestnut crown. The underparts are paler, buffy-whitish, often with faint streaking or 'freckles' on the breast. The tail is notably rufous, especially on the outer feathers, and it has a pale supercilium and a yellowish eye.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations consist of a series of harsh, chattering notes that often accelerate and descend in pitch, sometimes concluding with a trill.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatswetland, grassland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeThe Freckle-breasted Thornbird is found in southeastern South America, inhabiting parts of southern Brazil, Uruguay, Paraguay, and northeastern Argentina.
Identifying FeaturesRufous-chestnut crown, Rufous tail (especially outer feathers), Pale supercilium, Yellowish eye, Dull brown overall plumage with paler, faintly streaked underparts
Description
This medium-sized ovenbird is characterized by its dull brown plumage, rufous crown, and rufous tail. It is typically found in dense vegetation near water, where it forages for insects and builds large, conspicuous stick nests.
