The Chestnut-capped Foliage-gleaner is a Furnariid with a distinctive rufous or chestnut cap. It's an active member of mixed-species foraging flocks in humid montane forests.
Where to spot
Inhabits humid montane forests of southeastern Brazil and northeastern Argentina, within the Atlantic Forest biome.
How to spot
Scan the mid-story and subcanopy of humid montane forests. The chestnut cap is its most recognizable feature. Listen for its distinctive, often rapid, calls.
When to spot
Active year-round. Most visible during early mornings, often as part of mixed flocks.
Where to spot
Inhabits humid montane forests of southeastern Brazil and northeastern Argentina, within the Atlantic Forest biome.
How to spot
Scan the mid-story and subcanopy of humid montane forests. The chestnut cap is its most recognizable feature. Listen for its distinctive, often rapid, calls.
When to spot
Active year-round. Most visible during early mornings, often as part of mixed flocks.
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Its chestnut cap often appears brighter in direct sunlight, providing a striking contrast to its olive-brown body plumage.
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