Dusky Leaftosser

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Dusky Leaftosser (<em>Sclerurus obscurior</em>) is a species of Ovenbirds (<em>Furnariidae</em>) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).

Overview

Dusky Leaftosser (Sclerurus obscurior) is a species of Ovenbirds (Furnariidae) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).

Scientific Classification

Genus: Sclerurus; binomial: Sclerurus obscurior; authority: Hartert, EJO, 1901.

Distribution

Breeding range: Middle America and South America.

Conservation Status

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

Remarks

Dusky Leaftosser species complex is split from Middle American Tawny-throated Leaftosser (d’Horta et al. 2013; SACC 603). Note: obscurior complex comprises additional species. English names under review. Split of S. obscurior, as done here, recognized by SACC 860 using South American Leaftosser as a place-holder name for the species complex.

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