Peruvian Recurvebill
NamePeruvian Recurvebill
Common NamePeruvian Recurvebill
Scientific NameSimoxenops ucayalae
FamilyFurnariidae
Wingspan (cm)28
Length (cm)18.5
Weight (g)32
Plumage DetailsThe plumage is uniformly rufous-brown, slightly paler on the underparts. The head and upperparts are a rich reddish-brown, with the tail being a slightly brighter rufous. The bill is pale, often yellowish or whitish.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations consist of a series of sharp, ringing notes, which often accelerate into a trill or chatter.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to southeastern Peru, primarily inhabiting the lowlands and foothills of the Ucayali and Madre de Dios regions, strongly associated with bamboo forests.
Identifying FeaturesStrongly recurved (upcurved) bill, Uniform rufous-brown plumage, Association with bamboo thickets, Pale bill color
Description
The Peruvian Recurvebill is a medium-sized ovenbird characterized by its distinctive strongly upcurved bill. It is typically found foraging in dense bamboo thickets within humid lowland and foothill forests, often gleaning insects from foliage and stems.
