Black bushbird facts for kids
The black bushbird (Neoctantes niger) is a cool bird that eats insects. It belongs to the antbird family, called Thamnophilidae. This bird is the only species in its group, known as the Neoctantes genus. You can find black bushbirds in parts of Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. They like to live in warm, wet forests that are close to the ground.
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About the Black Bushbird
The black bushbird is a small bird that spends its time looking for insects to eat. It has a unique look, and its name comes from its dark feathers. These birds are an important part of the forest ecosystem, helping to control insect populations.
Where Black Bushbirds Live
Black bushbirds live in the northern and western parts of South America. They prefer tropical and subtropical lowland forests. This means they like areas that are warm all year round and have lots of rain, creating a dense forest environment. Their habitat includes:
- Parts of the Amazon rainforest in Brazil
- Forests in the Amazon regions of Colombia
- Specific areas within Ecuador's Amazon basin
- Lowland forests in the Peruvian Amazon
How the Black Bushbird Got Its Name
The black bushbird was first officially described by an Austrian bird expert named August von Pelzeln in 1859. He gave it the scientific name Xenops niger. Later, in 1869, an English zoologist named Philip Sclater created the special group, or genus, called Neoctantes just for this bird. That's why its full scientific name is Neoctantes niger.
See also
In Spanish: Batará arbustero para niños
