Rufous-capped Spinetail
Synallaxis ruficapilla
The Rufous-capped Spinetail (Synallaxis ruficapilla) is a uncommon ovenbirds and woodcreeper found in 3 countries, weighing about 14 g. The rufous-capped spinetail is a species of bird in the Furnariinae subfamily of the ovenbird family Furnariidae.
About the Rufous-capped Spinetail
The rufous-capped spinetail is a species of bird in the Furnariinae subfamily of the ovenbird family Furnariidae. It is found in Argentina, Brazil, and Paraguay.
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How to identify it
The rufous-capped spinetail is 13 to 17 cm (5.1 to 6.7 in) long and weighs 12 to 16 g (0.42 to 0.56 oz). The sexes have the same plumage. Adults have a wide buff supercilium and dark brownish gray lores and ear coverts. Their crown and nape are bright orange-rufous and their back, rump, and uppertail coverts are rufescent brown. Their wings are mostly chestnut-brown. Their tail is chestnut; it is graduated and the feathers have pointed tips. Their chin has a tiny tawny spot; the rest of their chin and throat are whitish with faint gray streaks. Voice: The rufous-capped spinetail's song has variously been described as "a fast nasal 'di-di-di-réét' ", "tdrrrWit", and "a quiet, insistent 'drrrrrt wee' ". Its call is "a distinctive low-pitched trill, 'tshrrr' " also described as a "dry rattle, like 'trrrrruh' ".
Where it lives
When to see it
The Rufous-capped Spinetail can be seen all year round, with peak activity in October. It is a resident species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- How do you identify a Rufous-capped Spinetail?
- The rufous-capped spinetail is 13 to 17 cm (5.1 to 6.7 in) long and weighs 12 to 16 g (0.42 to 0.56 oz). Full identification notes are on this page.
- How big is a Rufous-capped Spinetail?
- The Rufous-capped Spinetail is a tiny sized bird weighing about 14 g.
- Where can you see a Rufous-capped Spinetail?
- The Rufous-capped Spinetail occurs in 3 countries, including Brazil, Argentina and Paraguay.
- What birds look similar to a Rufous-capped Spinetail?
- The Rufous-capped Spinetail is most easily confused with the Slaty Spinetail, the Rufous-breasted Spinetail and the Rufous Spinetail.
- Is the Rufous-capped Spinetail endangered?
- The Rufous-capped Spinetail is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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