Rufescent Antshrike
Rufescent Antshrike
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The Rufous-backed Antshrike is a medium-sized antshrike, named for its prominent rufous back and wings. It is a resident of humid montane forests.
Where to spot
Mid-story to canopy of humid montane and cloud forests, typically at higher elevations in the Andes (e.g., Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia).
How to spot
Listen for its distinctive, accelerating 'whip-whip-whip' call. Scan the mid-story and canopy. Often found in pairs, actively foraging. Good binoculars are helpful for canopy observation.
When to spot
Resident year-round. Most active in the early morning and late afternoon. Calls are frequent, especially during the breeding season.
Where to spot
Mid-story to canopy of humid montane and cloud forests, typically at higher elevations in the Andes (e.g., Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia).
How to spot
Listen for its distinctive, accelerating 'whip-whip-whip' call. Scan the mid-story and canopy. Often found in pairs, actively foraging. Good binoculars are helpful for canopy observation.
When to spot
Resident year-round. Most active in the early morning and late afternoon. Calls are frequent, especially during the breeding season.
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This species is often found in the canopy and subcanopy, where it actively gleans insects from foliage, sometimes hanging upside down like a tit.
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