Imeri warbling antbird

The Imeri warbling antbird or Imeri antwarbler, is a species of bird in subfamily Thamnophilinae of family Thamnophilidae, the "typical antbirds". It is found in Brazil, Colombia, and Venezuela.

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Distribution

Region

Northern Amazon Basin / Western Guiana Shield

Typical Environment

Occurs in the Imeri region spanning northwestern Brazil (upper Rio Negro), southern Venezuela, and southeastern Colombia. It inhabits humid lowland terra firme forest and white-sand (campinarana) forest with dense understory. Favours vine tangles, thickets, and edges near small streams or treefalls where cover is abundant. Present in both primary and lightly disturbed secondary forest when sufficient understory structure remains. Typically forages within a few meters of the ground.

Altitude Range

0–900 m

Climate Zone

Tropical

Characteristics

Size11–13 cm

Wing Span16–18 cm

Male Weight0.012 kg

Female Weight0.011 kg

Life Expectancy6 years

Ease of Keeping

Beginner friendly: 1/5

Useful to know

Part of the former Warbling Antbird complex, the Imeri warbling antbird was split based on vocal and plumage differences. It is a shy understory specialist that often travels in pairs and sometimes joins mixed-species flocks. Pairs frequently duet, and their clear whistled songs are key for identification in dense forest. It is closely associated with the Imeri region on the western Guiana Shield.

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Behaviour

Temperament

skulking and territorial

Flight Pattern

short rapid wingbeats

Social Behavior

Usually found in pairs that maintain small territories year-round. Frequently accompanies mixed-species flocks through the understory but remains within dense cover. Builds a small, well-hidden cup nest low in vegetation; both parents participate in care.

Migratory Pattern

Resident

Song Description

A series of clear, whistled notes that may accelerate or rise in pitch, often delivered as antiphonal duets between mates. Calls include sharp chips and soft contact notes to keep pairs coordinated in dense foliage.

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