The Roraiman antbird is a species of passerine bird in subfamily Thamnophilinae of family Thamnophilidae, the "typical antbirds". It is found in Brazil, Guyana, and Venezuela.
Region
Guiana Shield tepuis
Typical Environment
Found in the upland and foothill evergreen forests surrounding Mount Roraima and adjacent tepuis of southern Venezuela, western Guyana, and northern Brazil (Roraima state). It occupies dense understory, vine tangles, and edge thickets, often near streams or on moist slopes. The species keeps close to the ground, moving through tangles and leaf litter. It is patchy but can be locally common where suitable habitat persists. Forest continuity and dense understory structure are important for its presence.
Altitude Range
300–1600 m
Climate Zone
Highland
Ease of Keeping
Beginner friendly: 1/5
The Roraiman antbird is a skulking understory specialist of the tepui region, often heard before it is seen. It forages low in dense thickets and leaf litter, occasionally attending army-ant swarms. Pairs keep close contact with soft calls and duets. Its restricted range spans the Mount Roraima area across Venezuela, Guyana, and northern Brazil.
Temperament
solitary and territorial
Flight Pattern
short rapid wingbeats
Social Behavior
Typically found as pairs or single birds maintaining small territories in dense understory. Pairs often duet and keep contact with soft notes while foraging. Nests are usually placed low, with both parents participating in care.
Migratory Pattern
Resident
Song Description
Song is a series of clear, mellow whistles that accelerate slightly and may end in a short trill. Calls include soft chips and harsher notes used for contact and alarm. Duets between mates are common in the breeding season.
