Many-striped Woodhaunter

Synorhacma multistriata

The Many-striped Woodhaunter (Synorhacma multistriata) is a small, insect-eating bird found in the tropical forests of South America. It is characterized by its olive-green plumage with numerous fine black and white stripes on the wings and back. This species is known for its agile and acrobatic foraging behavior, often catching insects in mid-air or gleaning them from foliage. The Many-striped Woodhaunter is typically found in the understory and lower canopy of humid forests, where it flits and darts among the dense vegetation in search of prey. Despite its small size, this bird plays an important role in maintaining the balance of insect populations within its habitat.

Habitat: Tropical forests of South America