Pallid Spinetail
NamePallid Spinetail
Common NamePallid Spinetail
Scientific NameCranioleuca pallida
FamilyFurnariidae
Wingspan (cm)21
Length (cm)14.5
Weight (g)14
Plumage DetailsFeatures a prominent rufous crown, a pale whitish supercilium, and brownish-olive upperparts. The wings and tail are a striking rufous color, contrasting with the duller brownish underparts and pale buffy throat.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a rapid, high-pitched trill or a series of accelerating, sharp notes, often described as a 'tsee-tsee-tsee-tseet-tseet-tseet-tseet-tseet-tseet-tseet'.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Atlantic Forest region of southeastern Brazil, found in the states of Minas Gerais, Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, and Espírito Santo.
Identifying FeaturesRufous crown, Pale supercilium, Rufous wings, Rufous, pointed tail, Small size
Description
The Pallid Spinetail is a small, active passerine found in montane forests. It forages primarily for insects in the understory and mid-story, often moving quickly through dense foliage. Its distinctive rufous crown and tail are key identification features.
