Sclater's Antwren

Meliarchus sclateri

Sclater's Antwren (Meliarchus sclateri) is a small passerine bird found in the Amazon rainforest of South America. It is known for its distinctive black and white plumage, with males sporting a black crown and throat, and females having a rufous-brown crown. These birds are often found in the understory of dense, humid forests, where they forage for insects and small invertebrates. Sclater's Antwrens are known for their high-pitched, insect-like calls, and they often move in mixed-species flocks with other forest birds. While their population status is not well-documented, they are generally considered to be of least concern in terms of conservation status.

Habitat: Amazon rainforest