Santa Marta antbird facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Santa Marta antbird |
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| In Magdalena, Colombia | |
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Drymophila
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hellmayri
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The Santa Marta antbird (Drymophila hellmayri) is a small bird. It belongs to the Thamnophilidae family. This special bird lives only in one place.
It is found in the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta mountains. This mountain range is in Colombia, South America. The antbird likes to live in humid forests. It often stays near bamboo plants.
What is the Santa Marta Antbird?
This bird is about 15 centimeters (6 inches) long. That's about the size of a small ruler. It lives in higher parts of the mountains.
Where Does This Bird Live?
The Santa Marta antbird is endemic to its home. This means it lives nowhere else in the world. Its only home is the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta. This area has unique forests. These forests are often misty and wet. The bird finds its food and shelter there.
Why is it Special?
The Santa Marta antbird is a "near threatened" species. This means its numbers are going down. Scientists are watching it closely. Protecting its forest home is very important. This helps the antbird survive.
