Birds

Plain Thornbird

Plain Thornbird

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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.
Thornbirds are named for their massive, thorny stick nests, which can sometimes be several feet long and are an unmistakable sign of their presence.
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