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Birdsong field guide

Barred Antshrike

Thamnophilus doliatus

The Barred Antshrike is a medium-sized, sexually dimorphic passerine known for its striking barred plumage and conspicuous, expressive crest.

What it sounds like

A rapid, accelerating series of nasal 'wuk' notes that terminates in a singular, lower-pitched emphasized note.

Reference call, compare with what you heard

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Rec. JAYRSON ARAUJO DE OLIVEIRA · BrazilCC BY-NC-SA Xeno-canto

Field notes

The species exhibits extreme sexual dimorphism: males are entirely barred black-and-white, while females are rufous with black streaks on the face and neck.
Pairs are socially monogamous and often perform synchronized duets, pumping their tails and raising their crests in unison.
Unlike many members of the Thamnophilidae family, this species is not a regular follower of army ant swarms.
It is a generalist insectivore that primarily gleans prey from foliage, though it occasionally consumes small berries.
The bushy crown feathers are highly mobile and are flared during territorial displays or when the bird is agitated.

Habitat

Dense secondary growth, woodland edges, thickets, and overgrown gardens.

Range

Extensive Neotropical range from Mexico through Central America to northern Argentina, including Trinidad and Tobago.

Similar & commonly confused birds

Acre AntshrikeThamnophilus divisorius Amazonian AntshrikeThamnophilus amazonicus Band-tailed AntshrikeThamnophilus melanothorax Bar-crested AntshrikeThamnophilus multistriatus Black AntshrikeThamnophilus nigriceps Black-backed AntshrikeThamnophilus melanonotus Black-crowned AntshrikeThamnophilus atrinucha Black-hooded AntshrikeThamnophilus bridgesi

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