Spot-winged Antbird
NameSpot-winged Antbird
Common NameSpot-winged Antbird
Scientific NameMyrmelastes leucostigma
FamilyThamnophilidae
Wingspan (cm)22
Length (cm)14.5
Weight (g)22.5
Plumage DetailsMales are predominantly dark slate-gray to blackish, with a slightly paler belly. They possess prominent white spots on their wing coverts. Females are generally browner overall, with rufous-brown underparts, and also exhibit white wing spots.
Vocalization / CallThe song is a series of clear, whistled notes that often accelerate and rise in pitch, described as 'pee-pee-pee-PEE-PEE-PEE-pew-pew-pew'. It also produces various churring and sharp call notes.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in the Amazon basin and Guiana Shield regions of South America, including parts of Colombia, Venezuela, the Guianas, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, and Brazil.
Identifying FeaturesDark slate-gray to blackish plumage (male), Prominent white spots on wing coverts, Relatively short, stout bill, Inhabits the understory of humid forests
Description
The Spot-winged Antbird is a medium-sized antbird typically found in the understory of humid lowland and foothill forests. It forages for insects and other small invertebrates, often in dense vegetation. Males are characterized by their dark plumage and distinctive white spots on their wing coverts.
