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C IUCN · LC · Least Concern Passeriformes Thamnophilidae

Rufous-capped Antshrike

Thamnophilus ruficapillus

Rufous-capped Antshrike · BirdGacha

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Illustration · not to scale

Body length
15–17 cm
Body Mass
20.4 g
Diet
Invertebrates
Migration
Resident

⚔️ Ecological Combat Rationale

ATK 62

Ecomorphologically adapted beak and agile strike momentum tailored to its foraging competition niche (ATK 62).

DEF 41

Lightweight agility and protective plumage camouflage favoring rapid evasive maneuverability over raw armor (DEF 41).

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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

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🌍 Range & Habitat

Distribution: South America: Southwestern & Southeastern Habitat: Shrubland & Scrub
5 · Subspecies & regional ranges
  • Thamnophilus ruficapillus jaczewskii

    n Peru

  • Thamnophilus ruficapillus marcapatae

    se Peru

  • Thamnophilus ruficapillus subfasciatus

    w Bolivia

  • Thamnophilus ruficapillus cochabambae

    c Bolivia to nw Argentina

  • Thamnophilus ruficapillus ruficapillus

    Paraguay, se Brazil, Uruguay and ne Argentina

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Frequently asked questions

What is its scientific name?

Thamnophilus ruficapillus

Which family does it belong to?

Antbirds (Thamnophilidae)

Where is it found?

South America: Southwestern & Southeastern

Sources & credits

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