Santa Marta Antbird
Santa Marta Antbird
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Hellmayr's Antbird is a medium-sized antbird, characterized by its streaked plumage and preference for the undergrowth of humid montane forests. It is often challenging to observe due to its shy nature.
Where to spot
Eastern slope of the Andes in northern Peru.
How to spot
Look in the dense undergrowth and bamboo thickets of humid montane forests. Listening for its distinctive calls is often the best way to locate this elusive bird, as visual encounters are rare.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Best observed during the active periods of the morning.
Where to spot
Eastern slope of the Andes in northern Peru.
How to spot
Look in the dense undergrowth and bamboo thickets of humid montane forests. Listening for its distinctive calls is often the best way to locate this elusive bird, as visual encounters are rare.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Best observed during the active periods of the morning.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Named after Carl Eduard Hellmayr, an Austrian ornithologist, this species represents another example of the unique avian diversity found in the Andean foothills, which continue to reveal new species.
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