Orinoco Softtail
NameOrinoco Softtail
Common NameOrinoco Softtail
Scientific NameThripophaga cherriei
FamilyFurnariidae
Wingspan (cm)24
Length (cm)17
Weight (g)22
Plumage DetailsUpperparts are dull olive-brown, with a faintly streaked crown and nape. A distinct rufous patch covers the throat. The breast and belly are olive-brown with fine pale streaking. It has a pale supercilium and a relatively long, rufous-brown tail.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a series of sharp, high-pitched notes that often accelerate into a trill or rattle.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to a restricted area in eastern Venezuela, primarily along the Orinoco River basin.
Identifying FeaturesRufous throat patch, Streaked olive-brown underparts, Dull olive-brown upperparts, Pale supercilium, Relatively long, rufous-brown tail
Description
The Orinoco Softtail is a medium-sized ovenbird characterized by its dull olive-brown plumage, a prominent rufous throat patch, and streaked underparts. It is typically found foraging in the dense undergrowth of humid lowland forests.
