threadtail
A threadtail is a common name that can refer to several different species of birds, typically belonging to the ovenbird family (Furnariidae). The most well-known bird commonly called a threadtail is the Rufous-tailed Leaf-eater (Philydor ruficauda). These birds are found in Central and South America, inhabiting forests and woodlands.
Threadtails are characterized by their relatively long, narrow tails, which often appear somewhat frayed or "thread-like"
These birds are primarily insectivores, foraging in the understory and mid-story of forests. They are often
Another bird sometimes referred to as a threadtail is the Scaly-throated Leaf-eater (Anabazenops subalaris), which shares