Magdalena Antbird
NameMagdalena Antbird
Common NameMagdalena Antbird
Scientific NameSipia palliata
FamilyThamnophilidae
Wingspan (cm)21
Length (cm)14.5
Weight (g)22.5
Plumage DetailsMales have a dark slate-gray head, throat, and underparts, contrasting with a brownish back, rump, and tail. Their dark brown wings feature two rows of small white spots on the greater and median coverts. The iris is a prominent red, and the bill is black.
Vocalization / CallThe song is a series of clear, whistled notes that accelerate and rise in pitch, often described as 'pee-pee-pee-PEE-PEE-PEE-pew-pew-pew'. Calls include sharp 'chip' notes.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the humid lowland and foothill forests of the Magdalena River valley in northern Colombia.
Identifying FeaturesRed iris, Dark slate-gray plumage (male), Brown back and wings with white wing spots, Endemic to Magdalena River valley, Colombia, Forages in dense forest undergrowth
Description
This small, dark antbird is characterized by its striking red eyes and preference for the dense undergrowth of humid forests. Males are predominantly dark gray with a brownish back and distinctive white spots on their wing coverts, actively foraging for insects.
