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Great Antshrike

Great Antshrike

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The Great Antshrike is a large and widespread antshrike, known for its powerful, hooked bill and bold plumage. It is a common resident of various tropical and subtropical habitats.
Where to spot
Forest edges, secondary growth, open woodlands, scrub, and plantations, across much of Central and South America, from southern Mexico to northern Argentina.
How to spot
Listen for its loud, rattling 'chup-chup-chup' or 'kak-kak-kak' calls. Scan dense bushes and low trees. They are often seen in pairs and can be quite conspicuous when calling.
When to spot
Resident year-round. Most active and vocal during the early morning and late afternoon. Calls can be heard throughout the day.
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File:Great Antshrike Taraba major female.jpg
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File:Great Antshrike Taraba major (40982213290).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Great Antshrike Taraba major female.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Taraba major-Great Antshrike (Male).JPG
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Taraba major - Great Anshrike (female).JPG
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
This highly adaptable species can be found in a wide variety of habitats, from dense forests to open woodlands and even agricultural areas, showcasing its ecological flexibility.
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