Plain Thornbird

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Not yet spotted on Fladder

The Plain Thornbird is a rather nondescript ovenbird, often considered part of a complex with the Rufous-fronted Thornbird, characterized by its brownish plumage and the typical thornbird habit of building large stick nests.

Where to spot

Dry scrub, semi-open woodlands, and thorny savannas in South America. Prefers areas with dense, spiny vegetation suitable for nesting.

How to spot

Locate its large, conspicuous stick nest, which is a strong indicator of its presence. Listen for its loud, often harsh vocalizations. Observe it foraging in dense, thorny bushes.

When to spot

Year-round resident. Most active during the day, particularly during the nesting season when they are busy building and maintaining their elaborate nests.

Where to spot

Dry scrub, semi-open woodlands, and thorny savannas in South America. Prefers areas with dense, spiny vegetation suitable for nesting.

How to spot

Locate its large, conspicuous stick nest, which is a strong indicator of its presence. Listen for its loud, often harsh vocalizations. Observe it foraging in dense, thorny bushes.

When to spot

Year-round resident. Most active during the day, particularly during the nesting season when they are busy building and maintaining their elaborate nests.