White-bibbed Antbird
NameWhite-bibbed Antbird
Common NameWhite-bibbed Antbird
Scientific NameAkletos loricatus
FamilyThamnophilidae
Wingspan (cm)20
Length (cm)14.5
Weight (g)27.5
Plumage DetailsMales feature a black face, throat, and upper breast, sharply contrasted by a broad white supercilium and a prominent white bib below the black. The crown and nape are dark brown, while the back and wings are rufous-brown with distinct white spots on the wing coverts. Underparts are greyish-white.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations typically consist of a series of clear, whistled notes that often accelerate and rise in pitch, sometimes concluding with a trill.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to southeastern Brazil, primarily inhabiting the Atlantic Forest biome.
Identifying FeaturesProminent white bib on breast, Black throat and face, Bold white supercilium, Rufous-brown back and wings with white spots, Terrestrial foraging in dense undergrowth
Description
The White-bibbed Antbird is a small, striking passerine found in the undergrowth of humid forests. It is known for its bold black and white facial and breast patterns, and its habit of foraging near the forest floor.
