Olive-backed Woodcreeper

Paramythia olivacea

The Olive-backed Woodcreeper is a small to medium-sized bird found in the forests of South America. It is known for its olive-green plumage, streaked with black and white, and a distinct long, curved bill. These birds are skilled climbers and forage for insects and small invertebrates in the bark of trees. They are often heard before they are seen, with their loud, repetitive calls echoing through the forest. Olive-backed Woodcreepers play a vital role in forest ecosystems by controlling insect populations. Despite their relatively wide distribution, their populations are thought to be declining due to habitat loss and fragmentation.

Habitat: Forest understory and edges