Hojarasquero de Santa Marta
Santa Marta Foliage-gleaner
Clibanornis rufipectus
Song
Santa Marta Foliage-gleaner
Appearance: The Santa Marta Foliage-gleaner is a medium-sized bird with a rufous-brown plumage, which provides excellent camouflage in its forest habitat. The bird features a slightly curved bill, adapted for foraging, and a long tail. Its underparts are paler, with a more rufous tone on the breast and flanks.
Habitat: This species is found in subtropical or tropical moist montane forests. It prefers dense, humid forest environments, often at elevations ranging from 600 to 1,900 m (about 1,970 to 6,230 ft) above sea level. The Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, where it resides, is known for its rich biodiversity and unique ecosystems.
Behavior: The Santa Marta Foliage-gleaner is known for its active foraging behavior. It feeds on insects and other small invertebrates, which it gleans from leaves, bark, and other surfaces in the forest. The bird often forages alone or in pairs, sometimes joining mixed-species flocks. Its foraging method involves probing and flicking through leaf litter and debris.
Breeding: Information on the breeding behavior of the Santa Marta Foliage-gleaner is limited. It nests in tree cavities or construct nests in dense vegetation. Breeding coincides with the rainy season when food resources are abundant.
Conservation Status: The Santa Marta Foliage-gleaner is listed as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List.
Distribution
The Santa Marta Foliage-gleaner is endemic to Colombia, specifically confined to the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta. This isolated mountain range is a biodiversity hotspot, home to many endemic species. The bird's distribution is limited to this region, making it vulnerable to environmental changes and habitat destruction.
Taxonomy
The Santa Marta Foliage-gleaner (Clibanormis rufipectus)
- Kingdom: Animalia
- Phylum: Chordata
- Class: Aves (Birds)
- Order: Passeriformes
- Family: Furnariidae
- Genus: Clibanormis
- Species: Clibanormis rufipectus
Vocalization
The vocalizations of the Santa Marta Foliage-gleaner consist of a series of sharp, high-pitched notes or calls. These can be described as a series of rapid, chattering notes that may increase in speed or intensity. The calls are often used for communication between mates or to establish territory.
