Southern Fire-eye
Southern Fire-eye
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The Southern Fire-eye is a medium-sized antbird, characterized by the male's glossy black plumage and prominent red eyes. It forages on the forest floor, often with army ants.
Where to spot
Endemic to the Atlantic Forest of southeastern Brazil (from Bahia south to Rio Grande do Sul), extending into Paraguay and northeastern Argentina.
How to spot
Search on the forest floor in humid primary and mature secondary Atlantic Forest. Its bright red eye and loud, ringing calls are excellent identifiers. Following army ant swarms can increase observation chances dramatically.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Best observed during early mornings, especially near army ant swarms.
Where to spot
Endemic to the Atlantic Forest of southeastern Brazil (from Bahia south to Rio Grande do Sul), extending into Paraguay and northeastern Argentina.
How to spot
Search on the forest floor in humid primary and mature secondary Atlantic Forest. Its bright red eye and loud, ringing calls are excellent identifiers. Following army ant swarms can increase observation chances dramatically.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Best observed during early mornings, especially near army ant swarms.
This species was historically considered a subspecies of the White-shouldered Fire-eye, but vocal and genetic studies led to its recognition as a distinct species, highlighting the fine distinctions within this group.
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