rufifrons

Rufifrons is a genus of birds in the family Thamnophilidae, which includes antbirds and antpittas. The genus is native to South America and includes two species: Rufifrons flaviventris and Rufifrons nigricollis. Both species are small, with a length of about 10-11 centimeters, and have a distinctive rufous (reddish-brown) crown and nape, which gives them their common name, "rufous-crowned antbird."

Rufifrons flaviventris, also known as the yellow-breasted antbird, has a yellowish breast and belly, while Rufifrons nigricollis, or the black-throated antbird, has a black throat and breast. Both species have a grayish back and wings, and a short, black tail. They are insectivorous, feeding on ants and other small insects that they forage for in the canopy of the rainforest.

Rufifrons species are typically found in the lowlands of the Amazon rainforest, but they can also be found in other tropical forests in South America. They are generally solitary birds, but they may form small groups during the breeding season. Their nests are typically built in the fork of a tree branch, and the female lays two or three eggs.

Rufifrons species are not considered threatened, but they are vulnerable to habitat loss due to deforestation. Conservation efforts are ongoing to protect their habitats and ensure the survival of these unique birds.