Ochre-cheeked Spinetail

Automolus ochrolaemus

The Ochre-cheeked Spinetail is a small, insectivorous bird found in the subtropical and tropical moist montane forests of South America. It is known for its distinctive ochre-colored cheeks and olive-brown upperparts. This species is often found in dense undergrowth, where it forages for insects and spiders. The Ochre-cheeked Spinetail builds a domed nest with a side entrance, typically placed low in dense vegetation. Its high-pitched, trilling call is a characteristic sound of its forest habitat.

Habitat: Subtropical and tropical moist montane forests