Line-cheeked Spinetail

Cranioleuca antisiensis

The Line-cheeked Spinetail (Cranioleuca antisiensis) is a small, slender bird found in the Andes of South America. It has a distinctive line pattern on its cheeks, and its upperparts are brown with a rufous crown. This species is known for its active foraging behavior, often seen hopping and flitting through dense vegetation in search of insects and small invertebrates. It also emits a high-pitched, insect-like trill. The Line-cheeked Spinetail primarily inhabits montane forests and shrubby areas, typically at elevations between 2,000 and 3,500 meters. Although not globally threatened, its population may be declining due to habitat loss.

Habitat: Montane forests and shrubby areas