Ornate Stipplethroat

Epinecrophylla ornata

The Ornate Stipplethroat is a small, insectivorous bird found in the Amazon rainforest of South America. It is characterized by its olive-green plumage, a distinctive white throat, and a black bill. These birds forage in the understory and midstory of the forest, often in mixed-species flocks, and are known for their rapid and agile movements. Their diet primarily consists of insects and small invertebrates. The Ornate Stipplethroat plays a role in the ecosystem by contributing to insect population control. Despite being relatively common within its range, the species faces threats from habitat loss due to deforestation.

Habitat: Amazon rainforest