Olive-backed Woodcreeper

The Olive-backed Woodcreeper occurs in humid montane forests along both slopes of the Ecuadorian Andes, typically between 1,000 and 2,500 meters, where it favors mature forest interiors and adjacent second growth. It is generally uncommon but regularly observed, often seen singly or in pairs hitching up trunks and large limbs while foraging for insects, frequently as part of mixed-species flocks. The species is listed as Least Concern by the IUCN, with a broad Andean range and a decreasing population trend, though it remains relatively resilient to moderate habitat disturbance. Natural history observations highlight its olive-brown plumage with buff spotting, slightly decurved bill, and non-migratory behavior, with nesting likely in tree cavities though breeding details in Ecuador remain poorly documented.