Bicolored Antvireo
Bicolored Antvireo
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The Western Antvireo is a small and inconspicuous antvireo, characterized by its subtle plumage and shy nature. It is a resident of humid montane forests.
Where to spot
Mid-story and understory of humid montane and cloud forests, typically at higher elevations in the western Andes (Colombia, Ecuador).
How to spot
Listen for its distinctive, accelerating 'chip-chip-chip' or 'tew-tew-tew' calls. Scan the dense foliage patiently, watching for subtle movements. Often found in mixed-species flocks.
When to spot
Resident year-round. Most active in the early morning and late afternoon. Calls are frequent, especially during the breeding season.
Where to spot
Mid-story and understory of humid montane and cloud forests, typically at higher elevations in the western Andes (Colombia, Ecuador).
How to spot
Listen for its distinctive, accelerating 'chip-chip-chip' or 'tew-tew-tew' calls. Scan the dense foliage patiently, watching for subtle movements. Often found in mixed-species flocks.
When to spot
Resident year-round. Most active in the early morning and late afternoon. Calls are frequent, especially during the breeding season.
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This species is often difficult to distinguish from its close relatives without keen attention to its specific vocalizations and subtle plumage nuances.
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