White-chinned Thistletail

Asthenes pudibunda

The White-chinned Thistletail is a small, inconspicuous bird found in the Andes of South America. It has a brownish-gray plumage with a distinctive white chin and throat. This species is known for its skulking behavior, often staying hidden in dense vegetation. It forages for insects and small invertebrates in the undergrowth of montane forests and shrubby areas. The White-chinned Thistletail is typically encountered in humid and mossy habitats, where it can be heard giving its high-pitched, insect-like calls. Despite its secretive nature, it is an important component of the high-altitude Andean ecosystems.

Habitat: Montane forests and shrubby areas