Double-banded Greytail
VU

Double-banded Greytail

Xenerpestes minlosi

Unknown

Photo: iNaturalist: (c) Edwin Múnera Chavarría, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC), uploaded by Edwin Múnera Chavarría

Overview

The double-banded greytail is a species of bird in the Furnariinae subfamily of the ovenbird family Furnariidae. It is found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Panama.

The Double-banded Greytail faces significant pressure from habitat loss and fragmentation due to deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its range in the Andes. Its specialized requirements for humid montane forests make it particularly vulnerable to climate change, which is shifting suitable habitat to higher elevations. The species' restricted range and small population size further increase its vulnerability to environmental changes and human disturbance.

Threat summary

Habitat

Inhabits humid montane forests and cloud forests in the Andes, typically at elevations between 1,500-2,800 meters. The species shows a preference for dense understory vegetation and forest edges with thick moss and epiphyte cover.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Double-banded Greytail classified as Vulnerable?
Double-banded Greytail 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 Double-banded Greytail faces significant pressure from habitat loss and fragmentation due to deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its range in the Andes. Its specialized requirements for humid montane forests make it particularly vulnerable to climate change, which is shifting suitable habitat to higher elevations. The species' restricted range and small population size further increase its vulnerability to environmental changes and human disturbance.
Where does Double-banded Greytail live?
Double-banded Greytail 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 Double-banded Greytail?
The main threats to Double-banded Greytail 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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