Order Passeriformes 212 species in 46 genera Size: Between 7,5 cm (Pygmy Antwren, Myrmotherula brachyura) and 34 cm (Giant Antshrike, Batara cinerea). Distribution: Neotropical Region. Salving few exceptions, strongly sedentary. Habitat: Forestal areas and dense scrubland. Frecuently in clearings and borders, generally, at mid and low height. Feeding: Mainly insects. Sometimes fruits and small vertebrates. Breeding: Open cup in a fork of a tree or bush. 2 eggs. Incubation 14 days approximately. Nestling period 7-14 days. Threat status: 24 threatened species (3 Critically Endangered, 9 Endangered and 12 Vulnerable). [+info]