The Harlequin Antbird is a striking species, named for its bold, contrasting plumage patterns, featuring a dark body, rufous cap, and a prominent area of bare blue facial skin.
Where to spot
Inhabits the understory of humid lowland forests in the central Amazon basin, particularly in Brazil.
How to spot
Locate army ant swarms. This species is quite bold and visible near ants. Its distinctive rufous cap and blue facial skin are unmistakable.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Best observed during early morning and late afternoon near army ant swarms.
Where to spot
Inhabits the understory of humid lowland forests in the central Amazon basin, particularly in Brazil.
How to spot
Locate army ant swarms. This species is quite bold and visible near ants. Its distinctive rufous cap and blue facial skin are unmistakable.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Best observed during early morning and late afternoon near army ant swarms.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This species is an obligate army-ant follower, often foraging very close to the ant swarm front, snatching prey that attempts to escape.
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