Rufescent Antshrike

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Rufescent Antshrike (<em>Thamnistes rufescens</em>) is a species of Antbirds (<em>Thamnophilidae</em>) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).

Overview

Rufescent Antshrike (Thamnistes rufescens) is a species of Antbirds (Thamnophilidae) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).

Scientific Classification

Genus: Thamnistes; binomial: Thamnistes rufescens; authority: Cabanis, 1873.

Distribution

Breeding range: South America.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

Vocally distinct Rufescent Antshrike is split from Russet Antshrike T. anabatinus (Isler & Whitney 2017; SACC 758).

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