Plain-winged Woodcreeper
NamePlain-winged Woodcreeper
Common NamePlain-winged Woodcreeper
Scientific NameDendrocincla merula
FamilyDendrocolaptidae
Wingspan (cm)32
Length (cm)19
Weight (g)35
Plumage DetailsOverall dull brown plumage, slightly paler on the underparts. The rump and tail are a contrasting rufous-chestnut color. It lacks prominent streaking or barring, giving it a very plain appearance.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations typically consist of a series of clear, whistled notes that often descend in pitch, or a rapid, chattering trill.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound across the Amazon basin in South America, including parts of Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Brazil, and the Guianas.
Identifying FeaturesUniform dull brown plumage, Rufous rump and tail, Relatively short, straight bill, Climbing behavior on tree trunks, Lack of prominent streaking or barring
Description
The Plain-winged Woodcreeper is a medium-sized, uniformly brown bird that forages by hitching its way up tree trunks and branches. It uses its relatively short, straight bill to probe for insects and other arthropods in the bark.
