Red-and-white Spinetail
NameRed-and-white Spinetail
Common NameRed-and-white Spinetail
Scientific NameCerthiaxis cinnamomeus
FamilyFurnariidae
Wingspan (cm)20
Length (cm)15
Weight (g)13
Plumage DetailsThe plumage features a rufous-cinnamon crown, back, wings, and tail, contrasting with a clean white throat and underparts. A dark loral stripe extends from the bill through the eye, and the legs are pale blue-gray.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a distinctive, rapid, chattering or trilling call, often described as a 'trill-trill-trill-trill' or 'tsee-tsee-tsee-tsee', which can be quite loud.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatswetland, coastal, forest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeWidespread in South America, found from northern Colombia and Venezuela south through eastern Brazil, Paraguay, Uruguay, and northern Argentina.
Identifying FeaturesRufous-cinnamon upperparts, Clean white underparts, Dark loral stripe/mask, Long, graduated rufous tail, Pale blue-gray legs
Description
This small, active bird is characterized by its striking rufous-cinnamon upperparts and clean white underparts. It typically forages in dense vegetation, often near water, and is known for its distinctive, rapid chattering calls.
