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Zimmer's Antbird (Sciaphylax castanea)

Zimmer's Antbird

Sciaphylax castanea

About the Zimmer's Antbird

The northern chestnut-tailed antbird, or Zimmer's antbird, (Sciaphylax castanea) is a species of bird in subfamily Thamnophilinae of family Thamnophilidae, the "typical antbirds". It is found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Key Facts

  • Rarely spotted - fewer than 100 recorded observations!

Classification

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of the Zimmer's Antbird?

The scientific name of the Zimmer's Antbird is Sciaphylax castanea.

How many Zimmer's Antbird sightings have been recorded?

8 observations of the Zimmer's Antbird have been recorded on iNaturalist.

8 observations on iNaturalist
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