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Squamate Antbird

Squamate Antbird

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The Squamate Antbird is a distinctive species characterized by the scale-like pattern on its breast and flanks, formed by dark edgings on pale feathers. It has a rufous-brown back.
Where to spot
Endemic to the understory of humid lowland and foothill forests of the Atlantic Forest in southeastern Brazil.
How to spot
Listen for its loud, distinctive song. Search in dense undergrowth; while skulking, they sometimes perch openly to sing.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Most active during the early morning and late afternoon.
File:Myrmoderus squamosus (10.3897-zoologia.36.e29719) Figures 1–4.jpg
File:Myrmoderus squamosus - Daniel S. Katz - 477104937.jpeg
File:Myrmoderus squamosus - Daniel S. Katz - 478442336.jpeg
File:Myrmoderus squamosus - Squamate antbird (female); Tremembé, São Paulo.jpg
File:Myrmoderus squamosus - Squamate antbird (male); Tremembé, São Paulo, Brazil.jpg
File:Myrmoderus squamosus (10.3897-zoologia.36.e29719) Figures 1–4.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Myrmoderus squamosus - Daniel S. Katz - 477104937.jpeg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Myrmoderus squamosus - Daniel S. Katz - 478442336.jpeg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Myrmoderus squamosus - Squamate antbird (female); Tremembé, São Paulo.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Myrmoderus squamosus - Squamate antbird (male); Tremembé, São Paulo, Brazil.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
This species is known for its strong, far-carrying song, which often provides the first indication of its presence in dense forest.
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