Gentry's Antwren is a recently described species of antwren, found in the humid montane forests of the eastern Andes. It is a small, active bird that often joins mixed-species flocks.
Where to spot
Endemic to the eastern slopes of the Andes in northern Peru.
How to spot
Search in the mid-story of humid montane cloud forests. It typically travels in mixed-species flocks. Listen for its distinctive song, which is crucial for locating this range-restricted species.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Best observed during the active morning hours.
Where to spot
Endemic to the eastern slopes of the Andes in northern Peru.
How to spot
Search in the mid-story of humid montane cloud forests. It typically travels in mixed-species flocks. Listen for its distinctive song, which is crucial for locating this range-restricted species.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Best observed during the active morning hours.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Named after Alwyn Gentry, a prominent American botanist, this species' discovery highlights the ongoing scientific exploration and understanding of biodiversity in remote Andean cloud forests.
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