Thorn-tailed Rayadito

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The Thorn-tailed Rayadito is a small, active ovenbird known for its striking rufous and streaked plumage and a tail with stiff, spine-like projections. It is a distinctive bird of temperate South American forests.

Where to spot

Temperate forests, evergreen broadleaf forests, and Nothofagus forests in Chile and Argentina. Common from sea level to high elevations in parts of its range.

How to spot

Watch for its distinctive climbing style on tree trunks, often spiraling upwards. Listen for its rapid, high-pitched calls, which are quite characteristic and often given in quick bursts.

When to spot

Year-round resident. Active throughout the day, particularly in the morning. Breeding season is typically austral spring and summer.

Where to spot

Temperate forests, evergreen broadleaf forests, and Nothofagus forests in Chile and Argentina. Common from sea level to high elevations in parts of its range.

How to spot

Watch for its distinctive climbing style on tree trunks, often spiraling upwards. Listen for its rapid, high-pitched calls, which are quite characteristic and often given in quick bursts.

When to spot

Year-round resident. Active throughout the day, particularly in the morning. Breeding season is typically austral spring and summer.

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Its stiff, pointed tail feathers are adapted for bracing against tree trunks and branches as it forages, similar to woodpeckers, allowing it to navigate vertical surfaces efficiently.

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