Plain Bush-hen

Small greenish woodpecker of the dry and semi-humid forests at the base of the Andes in NW Argentina and southern Bolivia. Male has a red cap, while the female’s head is grayish with pale spots. Distinguished from the very similar Little woodpecker by Dot-fronted’s pale auriculars and pale spots on forehead. Also tends to be less vocal and less gregarious than Little Woodpecker. Calls a quick, full “squit!” given individually or strung together in quick repetition.

Attractive, long-tailed bird found in the high Andes of Peru. Plumage is brown overall with a chestnut crown, speckled throat, and streaked belly. Plumage varies geographically, and birds in southern Peru are much darker below with bolder streaking. Inhabits scrub and woodland with short trees. Vocalizations have a metallic quality; they include a high-pitched trill and a series of sharp chips.

Tiny, bubbly, buffy-colored wren of dense grassy or shrubby habitats. Fairly common but locally distributed from central Mexico to the southernmost tip of South America; surely comprises multiple species. Occurs from open grasslands and marshes at sea level up to paramo in the high Andes. Generally secretive, but perches up when singing. Generally pale brownish with complex patterning on upperparts; compare with much plainer House Wren. Variable voice, usually including harsh chips, buzzes, and trills.