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C IUCN · LC · Least Concern Passeriformes Formicariidae

Black-headed Antthrush

Formicarius nigricapillus

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Illustration · not to scale

Body length
18 cm
Body Mass
56.2 g
Diet
Invertebrates
Migration
Resident

⚔️ Ecological Combat Rationale

ATK 76

Ecomorphologically adapted beak and agile strike momentum tailored to its foraging competition niche (ATK 76).

DEF 47

Lightweight agility and protective plumage camouflage favoring rapid evasive maneuverability over raw armor (DEF 47).

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How to identify

Detailed field marks are not yet available. Use the linked sources to confirm an identification.

Similar species

Species-specific comparison notes are not yet available. Related birds below are not necessarily lookalikes.

Calls & songs

Niels Krabbe · Sources & credits

🌍 Range & Habitat

Distribution: Middle America & South America: Costa Rica to Western Ecuador Habitat: Forest & Woodland
2 · Subspecies & regional ranges
  • Formicarius nigricapillus nigricapillus

    e Costa Rica and Panama

  • Formicarius nigricapillus destructus

    w Colombia and w Ecuador

IOC World Bird List 15.2 ↗

Frequently asked questions

What is its scientific name?

Formicarius nigricapillus

Which family does it belong to?

Antthrushes (Formicariidae)

Where is it found?

Middle America & South America: Costa Rica to Western Ecuador

Sources & credits

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