Serra Antwren
NameSerra Antwren
Common NameSerra Antwren
Scientific NameFormicivora serrana
FamilyThamnophilidae
Wingspan (cm)16.5
Length (cm)13
Weight (g)11.5
Plumage DetailsMales (as pictured) have a black head, throat, and underparts, contrasted by a prominent white supercilium extending from above the eye to the nape. The back and rump are dark brown, and the dark wings feature two distinct white wing bars formed by white tips to the coverts. The tail is dark with white tips on the outer rectrices.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalization is typically a rapid, accelerating series of high-pitched, sharp notes, often described as a trill or a fast 'chip-chip-chip-chip-chipper'.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to southeastern Brazil, primarily found in the Serra do Mar and Serra da Mantiqueira mountain ranges across the states of Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, and Minas Gerais.
Identifying FeaturesProminent white supercilium, Black underparts (male), Two distinct white wing bars, Small size, Active foraging in dense undergrowth
Description
The Serra Antwren is a small, active antbird endemic to southeastern Brazil, typically found foraging in dense undergrowth. Males are striking with their black plumage and prominent white supercilium, while females are browner. They are insectivores, gleaning arthropods from foliage.
