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Red-tailed Ant-Thrush

Red-tailed Ant-Thrush

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The Red-tailed Ant-Thrush is a medium-sized, secretive thrush of Central African rainforests, known for its dark plumage, often with a rufous wash on the tail, and bright red eyes. It is often associated with ant swarms.
Where to spot
Found in Central African rainforests, including Cameroon, Gabon, Democratic Republic of Congo, and Uganda, preferring primary and mature secondary forests.
How to spot
Look for its dark plumage, red eyes, and potential rufous tail in dense forest undergrowth. The best way to find it is to locate an army ant swarm and observe quietly nearby.
When to spot
Active throughout the day, particularly when following ant swarms. Can be observed year-round.
File:Neocossyphus rufus from Die Vögel Afrikas (1900).jpg
File:Neocossyphus rufus rufus 277965819.jpg
File:Neocossyphus rufus from Die Vögel Afrikas (1900).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Neocossyphus rufus rufus 277965819.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
This thrush has a symbiotic relationship with army ants; it follows ant swarms, preying on the insects and other small creatures flushed out by the ants' movements.
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