Ash-breasted Antbird
VU

Ash-breasted Antbird

Myrmoborus lugubris

Unknown

Photo: Wikimedia Commons (CC) via https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ash-breasted_antbird

Overview

The ash-breasted antbird is an insectivorous bird in subfamily Thamnophilinae of family Thamnophilidae, the "typical antbirds". It is found in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

The Ash-breasted Antbird faces significant pressure from widespread deforestation and habitat fragmentation throughout its range in the Amazon Basin. As a forest-dependent species that requires intact understory vegetation, it is particularly vulnerable to logging, agricultural expansion, and infrastructure development that fragment its continuous forest habitat.

Threat summary

Habitat

Inhabits the understory of humid lowland tropical forests, particularly dense primary and mature secondary forests with thick understory vegetation. Typically found in terra firme forests and occasionally in várzea forests throughout the Amazon Basin, preferring areas with dense ground cover and fallen logs.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Ash-breasted Antbird classified as Vulnerable?
Ash-breasted Antbird is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. The Ash-breasted Antbird faces significant pressure from widespread deforestation and habitat fragmentation throughout its range in the Amazon Basin. As a forest-dependent species that requires intact understory vegetation, it is particularly vulnerable to logging, agricultural expansion, and infrastructure development that fragment its continuous forest habitat.
Where does Ash-breasted Antbird live?
Ash-breasted Antbird occurs in across multiple regions. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Ash-breasted Antbird?
The main threats to Ash-breasted Antbird are ai-1, ai-2, ai-3, and ai-4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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