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Spotted Antbird

Spotted Antbird

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The Spot-backed Antbird is a small, exquisitely patterned antbird with a rufous crown, speckled back, and a finely barred belly. It is often found near army ant swarms.
Where to spot
Inhabits the understory of humid lowland and foothill forests from Honduras to northwestern Ecuador.
How to spot
Locate army ant swarms or listen for its distinctive, often rapid calls. It can be skulking but may perch briefly in open spots. Look for its intricate plumage patterns.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Most active during early morning and late afternoon.
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File:Spotted Antbird. Hylophylax naevioides - Flickr - gailhampshire.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Spotted Antbird. Hylophylax naevioides - Flickr - gailhampshire (1).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Spotted Antbird (Hylophylax naevioides) (4505541592).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
This species is known for its relatively long legs and often stands upright, giving it a distinctive posture as it hops through the leaf litter.
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