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Pectoral Antwren

Pectoral Antwren

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The Pectoral Antwren is a small, attractive antwren, notable for the male's distinct black pectoral band. It is an endemic species to the fragmented Atlantic Forest biome.
Where to spot
Critically endangered and endemic to highly fragmented humid Atlantic Forest in northeastern Brazil, primarily in Bahia.
How to spot
Requires immense effort and local expertise to find within its fragmented habitat. Listen for its distinctive vocalizations, as visual encounters are rare. Patience and quiet observation are essential.
When to spot
Year-round resident, but extremely difficult to find. Early morning is the best time for observation.
File:Herpsilochmus pectoralis - Pectoral antwren (female).jpg
File:Herpsilochmus pectoralis - Pectoral antwren (female).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
This species is considered critically endangered, primarily due to severe habitat fragmentation and loss within its very restricted Atlantic Forest range in northeastern Brazil, making every observation crucial.
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