Attenborough's Gnatcatcher
Attenborough's Gnatcatcher
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Attenborough's Gnatcatcher is a newly recognized species, named in honor of Sir David Attenborough. This tiny bird inhabits specific forested areas within the Amazon.
Where to spot
Endemic to specific white-sand forests (campinas) in the lower Rio Tapajós region of Pará, Brazil. Its range is very restricted.
How to spot
Locating this bird requires visiting its precise, specialized habitat in Pará. Look for small, active gnatcatchers foraging in the canopy of white-sand forests and listen for their distinctive calls.
When to spot
This species is a resident year-round. Observation is best during the active periods of early morning and late afternoon.
Where to spot
Endemic to specific white-sand forests (campinas) in the lower Rio Tapajós region of Pará, Brazil. Its range is very restricted.
How to spot
Locating this bird requires visiting its precise, specialized habitat in Pará. Look for small, active gnatcatchers foraging in the canopy of white-sand forests and listen for their distinctive calls.
When to spot
This species is a resident year-round. Observation is best during the active periods of early morning and late afternoon.
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Its relatively recent discovery and naming (in 2017) underscore the vast, unexplored biodiversity still present in the Amazon rainforest.
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