Predicted Antwren
NamePredicted Antwren
Common NamePredicted Antwren
Scientific NameHerpsilochmus praedictus
FamilyThamnophilidae
Wingspan (cm)16.5
Length (cm)12
Weight (g)10
Plumage DetailsMales have a black crown and supercilium, separated by a prominent white supercilium. The upperparts are grey, with black wings heavily spotted with white. The underparts are whitish-grey. Females have a rufous crown instead of black.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalization is typically a series of high-pitched, accelerating notes that form a trill or rattle, often ending abruptly.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to a restricted area within the lower Tapajós and Madeira river basins in the Brazilian Amazon, primarily in the states of Pará and Amazonas.
Identifying Featuresblack and white head pattern (male), white supercilium, grey body plumage, white-spotted black wings, small size, active foraging behavior
Description
The Predicted Antwren is a small, active antbird found in the canopy and subcanopy of humid forests. Males are characterized by a striking black and white head pattern and grey body plumage. It forages primarily for insects among the foliage.
