First record of Formicarius colma Boddaert, 1783 (Aves: Formicariidae) in the Parque Estadual do Rio Doce, Minas Gerais, using a camera-trap

Abstract

The Rufous-capped Antthrush, Formicarius colma Boddaert, 1783, is a ground dwelling species of bird commonly associated with moist forests. With a wide range in South America, it is nevertheless considered a rare species within the Brazilian state of Minas Gerais. During a camera-trapping study in the Parque Estadual do Rio Doce, spanning a 17 month period (2,825 trap nights) a photograph of this species was obtained. This record provides concrete proof that the species inhabits the park and validates previous visual and song records for this species. It also demonstrates that camera traps can be a useful tool in obtaining records of cryptic bird species.