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Chestnut-crested Antbird

Chestnut-crested Antbird

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The Chestnut-crested Antbird is a distinctive species, named for its prominent shaggy, chestnut-colored crest. It has a dark body and a large area of bare blue facial skin.
Where to spot
Inhabits the understory of humid lowland forests in the southwestern Amazon basin, particularly in western Brazil and southeastern Colombia.
How to spot
Locate army ant swarms. Its unique chestnut crest and bare blue facial skin make it unmistakable. It can be quite bold near the ants.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Best observed during early morning and late afternoon when army ants are active.
File:Rhegmatorhina cristata - Chestnut-crested Antbird.jpg
File:Rhegmatorhina cristata - Chestnut-crested Antbird (cropped).jpg
File:Rhegmatorhina cristata - Chestnut-crested Antbird.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Rhegmatorhina cristata - Chestnut-crested Antbird (cropped).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
This species is known for its relatively loud and persistent vocalizations, which are often given from low perches near army ant swarms.
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